CarVerify

Free Car Check

S844 KRV

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,017 mi
Last recorded33,017 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS844 KRV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 33,017 miles

Riders seat slightly loose fault on lock (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 32,998 miles

could not find vin number on bike took from log book

Pass 27 May 2016 31,819 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 31,806 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 30,398 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 30,267 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 30,267 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 29,468 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 27,986 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 26,220 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 23,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,868 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 20,256 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,696 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
Full BMW K Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S844 KRV is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S844 KRV, 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

How do I check the history of S844 KRV?

You can check the full history of S844 KRV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S844 KRV registered?

S844 KRV is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S844 KRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S844 KRV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S844 KRV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S844 KRV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.