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S599 KTF

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,592 mi
Last recorded41,592 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS599 KTF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 41,592 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 41,534 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 41,385 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 41,092 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 40,546 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 38,704 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 36,839 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 35,513 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 34,902 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 34,358 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

steering dampner has slight oil leek

front brake pads heavily corroded

Pass 31 May 2014 34,264 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 33,922 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 33,797 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 33,562 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 33,415 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2009 32,736 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 31,765 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 29,972 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 27,607 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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S599 KTF 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 100%.

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 S599 KTF, 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 S599 KTF registered?

S599 KTF is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S599 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S599 KTF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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