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F245 FTA

1988 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,725 mi
Last recorded14,725 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW R Series29,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF245 FTA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 14,725 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 14,640 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 14,564 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 14,420 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 14,392 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 14,261 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Front brake pipe under mudguard shows signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 14,204 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 14,099 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 14,006 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 13,872 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 13,750 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 13,603 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 13,378 miles

rear tyre getting close to wear limit.

Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,109 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 12,850 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 12,530 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 12,524 miles

Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 12,300 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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F245 FTA is a 1988 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 F245 FTA, 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 F245 FTA?

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What year was F245 FTA registered?

F245 FTA is a 1988 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is F245 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F245 FTA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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