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S85 KJB

1998 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,118 mi
Last recorded76,118 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS85 KJB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2014 76,118 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front suspension ball joint boot split

Fail 27 Oct 2014 76,118 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

front suspension ball joint boot split

Fail 9 Oct 2013 72,510 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 72,510 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 72,487 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 69,005 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 64,562 miles

front suspension armball joint rubber bellow slightly damaged

Pass 25 Sep 2010 60,664 miles

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

number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 21 Aug 2010 60,652 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 58,453 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 51,136 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 51,136 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 43,930 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 37,846 miles

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

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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S85 KJB is a 1998 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 S85 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S85 KJB registered?

S85 KJB is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S85 KJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S85 KJB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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