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T438 JAD

1999 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,839 mi
Last recorded30,839 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT438 JAD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 30,839 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged loose

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

Pass 21 May 2025 30,724 miles

Rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 25 Mar 2025 30,684 miles

Indicator switch inoperative cancel switch (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake hoses fowling radiator

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 28,967 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 28,460 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,859 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 25,974 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 22,352 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 20,282 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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T438 JAD is a 1999 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 T438 JAD, 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.

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What year was T438 JAD registered?

T438 JAD is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T438 JAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T438 JAD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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