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A698 BJR

1984 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,605 mi
Last recorded49,605 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA698 BJR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 49,605 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 48,704 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 47,503 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,259 miles

fuel cap seal condition

Pass 19 Jun 2018 44,183 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,877 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 38,804 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 33,159 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,710 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 28,894 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 28,694 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 28,325 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,307 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 28,077 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 27,739 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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A698 BJR is a 1984 BMW R Series in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1984 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 36,277 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 A698 BJR, 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 42 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A698 BJR registered?

A698 BJR is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 April 1984.

Is A698 BJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A698 BJR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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