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E638 ATW

1988 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,251 mi
Last recorded75,251 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW R Series29,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE638 ATW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2007 75,251 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 75,251 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 75,231 miles

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

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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E638 ATW is a 1988 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 29,023 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 E638 ATW, 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 38 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 E638 ATW?

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What year was E638 ATW registered?

E638 ATW is a 1988 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E638 ATW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E638 ATW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E638 ATW have outstanding finance?

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