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S171 RCR

1998 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,552 mi
Last recorded73,552 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS171 RCR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2010 73,552 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 73,550 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 70,874 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 65,595 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 56,963 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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S171 RCR is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S171 RCR, 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 S171 RCR registered?

S171 RCR is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S171 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S171 RCR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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