MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,347 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
n/s mirror cracked but not effecting rear view
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F490 UDX is a 1989 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1989 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 39,030 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 F490 UDX, 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 37 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was F490 UDX registered?
F490 UDX is a 1989 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1989.
Is F490 UDX safe to buy?
The MOT history for F490 UDX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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