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T138 SBD

1999 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,353 mi
Last recorded33,353 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT138 SBD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 33,353 miles

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

Rear tyre worn to legal limit.

Fail 14 May 2012 33,353 miles

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

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

Rear tyre worn to legal limit.

Pass 18 Jun 2009 33,236 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 27,271 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 24,572 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 22,124 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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T138 SBD is a 1999 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,501 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 T138 SBD, 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 27 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 T138 SBD?

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What year was T138 SBD registered?

T138 SBD is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is T138 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T138 SBD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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