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S568 SUX

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,517 mi
Last recorded61,517 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS568 SUX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 61,517 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 60,459 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 60,459 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 59,287 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 58,298 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 58,269 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2019 57,101 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 56,406 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 56,381 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 55,630 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 55,615 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)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

unable to view rear brake pads

Pass 24 Jul 2014 54,927 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 51,339 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 49,987 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 48,614 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 46,792 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 41,880 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 36,146 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 28,334 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 21,585 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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S568 SUX is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 S568 SUX, 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 S568 SUX registered?

S568 SUX is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S568 SUX safe to buy?

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