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A14 RHT

1998 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,083 mi
Last recorded33,083 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 RHT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 33,083 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 31,803 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 30,460 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively may need a service looking rusty on metal pad part (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play or swing arm bush free play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 27,962 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 27,271 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 25,899 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbings (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 23,675 miles

Front brakes disc bobbings have slight free play

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 22,563 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 22,016 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 20,868 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,928 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,046 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 18,254 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 17,010 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 16,540 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 15,655 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 15,134 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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A14 RHT is a 1998 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 31,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 RHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 28 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 RHT registered?

A14 RHT is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is A14 RHT safe to buy?

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