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S229 ODD

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,421 mi
Last recorded40,421 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS229 ODD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 40,421 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 39,848 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 39,493 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 39,377 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 39,088 miles

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 39,067 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 37,994 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 37,775 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 37,758 miles

Front Brake lever pivot slightly tight needs a firm pull, but works ok (1.1.1 (a))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2013 37,720 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 37,720 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Spedometer ilumination not working.

Pass 28 Jul 2006 37,578 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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S229 ODD is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S229 ODD, 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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What year was S229 ODD registered?

S229 ODD is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is S229 ODD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S229 ODD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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