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S112 ERR

1998 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,006 mi
Last recorded51,006 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS112 ERR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 51,006 miles

Offside Front Upper Throttle twist grip housing broken at cable

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Unable to see/ check brake fluid

Fail 17 Aug 2023 51,006 miles

Offside Front Upper Throttle twist grip housing broken at cable

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Unable to see/ check brake fluid

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 50,542 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Lower Engine bar slightly loose

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 49,552 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 49,549 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front brake switch sticking on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 48,757 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 48,143 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 47,952 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 46,746 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 45,420 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 43,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 41,219 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 39,722 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 37,822 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 36,381 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 35,907 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 33,801 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 32,951 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 32,942 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 31,813 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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S112 ERR is a 1998 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 35,983 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S112 ERR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S112 ERR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 August 1998.

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