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E984 GRX

1988 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,601 mi
Last recorded60,601 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2010
Typical for 1988 BMW R Series29,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE984 GRX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2010 60,601 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 60,601 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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E984 GRX is a 1988 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E984 GRX, 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 E984 GRX?

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What year was E984 GRX registered?

E984 GRX is a 1988 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E984 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E984 GRX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E984 GRX have outstanding finance?

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