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T295 WGK

1999 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,297 mi
Last recorded49,297 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT295 WGK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 49,297 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 49,254 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 48,944 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6MM TREAD REMAINING (1MM THE LEGAL MIN LIMIT) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front MAJOR OIL LEAK FROM RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE

Fail 6 Sep 2023 48,944 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6MM TREAD REMAINING (1MM THE LEGAL MIN LIMIT) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working REPLACED THE BULB DURING TEST (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front MAJOR OIL LEAK FROM RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE

Pass 8 Sep 2022 48,190 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 47,460 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 40,263 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2010 40,263 miles

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 40,142 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 38,112 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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T295 WGK is a 1999 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 T295 WGK, 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 T295 WGK?

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What year was T295 WGK registered?

T295 WGK is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 June 1999.

Is T295 WGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T295 WGK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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