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S34 CEU

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,074 mi
Last recorded49,074 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS34 CEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 49,074 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 49,064 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Footrest missing foot peg rubber missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 49,039 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 48,390 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 48,124 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 47,854 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 44,809 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 44,578 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 44,548 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 43,350 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 41,840 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 39,317 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 34,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

n/s fork leg oil seal leaking not excessive

Pass 16 May 2006 32,101 miles

Front 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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S34 CEU 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 85.7%.

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 S34 CEU, 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 S34 CEU registered?

S34 CEU is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S34 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S34 CEU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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