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F603 GKN

1989 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,766 mi
Last recorded33,766 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R Series39,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF603 GKN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 33,766 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 32,853 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 26,541 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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F603 GKN is a 1989 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 F603 GKN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F603 GKN?

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What year was F603 GKN registered?

F603 GKN is a 1989 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is F603 GKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F603 GKN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F603 GKN have outstanding finance?

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