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S57 CEU

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

81,250 mi
Last recorded81,250 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS57 CEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 81,250 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 80,187 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 78,740 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 76,788 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 75,072 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 73,643 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 71,001 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 62,202 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 54,287 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 51,368 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 50,867 miles

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

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

frame covered by plastics

Fail 2 Dec 2014 50,867 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

frame covered by plastics

Pass 10 May 2013 47,378 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 43,905 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,810 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,892 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 39,412 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 38,224 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 36,826 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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S57 CEU is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S57 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 S57 CEU registered?

S57 CEU is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is S57 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S57 CEU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S57 CEU have outstanding finance?

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