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T477 KAU

1999 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,694 mi
Last recorded58,694 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT477 KAU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 58,694 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 57,344 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 57,309 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

coolant stain from offside radiator

corrosion on exhaust

rear brake disc corroded

slight corrosion on frame

slight mist of oil from steering damper

Pass 2 May 2013 53,604 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 53,107 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 52,665 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 50,762 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 48,653 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 46,236 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2007 44,090 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 40,774 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Oct 2005 36,458 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 36,458 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

front tyre 2.0mm †rear tyre 1.6mm

Fail 25 Oct 2005 36,458 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

front tyre 2.00mm †rear tyre 1.6mm

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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T477 KAU is a 1999 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 T477 KAU, 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 T477 KAU registered?

T477 KAU is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

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