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F142 DDY

1997 BMW R Series

White Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,647 mi
Last recorded16,647 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF142 DDY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 16,647 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 510 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 426 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 218 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 16,486 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 15,568 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 13,771 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 12,672 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 11,552 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 10,309 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 8,719 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 7,263 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 5,957 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 5,275 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2008 4,860 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 4,254 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 2,422 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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F142 DDY is a 1997 BMW R Series in White with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,828 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 F142 DDY, 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 29 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 F142 DDY?

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What year was F142 DDY registered?

F142 DDY is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is F142 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F142 DDY shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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