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S58 GEU

1998 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

40,558 mi
Last recorded40,558 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS58 GEU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 40,558 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 39,888 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Front tyre unevenly worn

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Throttle feels stiff to use

Pass 23 Jun 2021 38,314 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 38,134 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 38,134 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 38,091 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2019 38,086 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 38,035 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 37,765 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 37,677 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 37,609 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 37,173 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 35,840 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 35,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Oct 2011 35,022 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 35,022 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 34,112 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 32,093 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 32,083 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 31,061 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 28,979 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 21,015 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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S58 GEU is a 1998 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 S58 GEU, 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 S58 GEU registered?

S58 GEU is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S58 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S58 GEU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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