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S122 ERR

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

46,218 mi
Last recorded46,218 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS122 ERR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 46,218 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 45,886 miles
Fail 9 May 2025 45,862 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 45,832 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 45,751 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,044 miles

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2012 38,677 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 36,185 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 32,698 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 30,005 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2009 29,983 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2008 28,865 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 28,608 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2007 26,862 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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S122 ERR is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S122 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S122 ERR registered?

S122 ERR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S122 ERR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S122 ERR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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