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BW52 UNB

1998 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,735 mi
Last recorded33,735 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 UNB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 33,735 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 33,712 miles

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

Offside Rear play in the rear driveshaft

Pass 19 Nov 2020 30,634 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 28,870 miles

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,985 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 26,740 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 24,991 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 24,635 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 20,915 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,371 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 17,947 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

rear tyre deteriorating [tread cracking]

Pass 29 Apr 2010 16,441 miles

Front brake pads slightly deteriated.

Fail 29 Oct 2008 14,263 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Oct 2008 14,263 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 11,690 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 7,348 miles

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

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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BW52 UNB is a 1998 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW52 UNB, 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

How do I check the history of BW52 UNB?

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What year was BW52 UNB registered?

BW52 UNB is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is BW52 UNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 UNB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW52 UNB have outstanding finance?

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