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J55 SUP

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,775 mi
Last recorded13,775 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 SUP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 13,775 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 13,704 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 13,618 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 13,510 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 13,391 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 13,060 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 12,532 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 12,432 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 12,265 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 12,041 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,731 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2014 11,386 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,915 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 9,174 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 9,174 miles

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

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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J55 SUP is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 31,482 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 J55 SUP, 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 28 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J55 SUP registered?

J55 SUP is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J55 SUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J55 SUP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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