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S71 KJB

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,004 mi
Last recorded11,004 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS71 KJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2012 11,004 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 10,257 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

front brake pad metal backings corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2010 9,573 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Lower Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 9,135 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

front brake pad metal backs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2008 8,810 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 8,562 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 8,353 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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S71 KJB is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 S71 KJB, 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 S71 KJB registered?

S71 KJB is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 December 1998.

Is S71 KJB safe to buy?

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