MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,354 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
oil leaking
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
oil leaking
Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Nearside throttle cable nuts slightly insecure
Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
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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H498 JNM is a 1991 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1991 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 35,706 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 H498 JNM, 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 35 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was H498 JNM registered?
H498 JNM is a 1991 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 June 1991.
Is H498 JNM safe to buy?
The MOT history for H498 JNM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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