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J608 WRD

1997 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,935 mi
Last recorded46,935 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ608 WRD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2020 46,935 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 45,412 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 43,853 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 43,853 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies FRONT (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies REAR (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 41,195 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 41,180 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 39,655 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 39,319 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 39,319 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2012 38,276 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2012 38,262 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 37,198 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 36,800 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 35,044 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 33,184 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 32,865 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 32,225 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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J608 WRD is a 1997 BMW R Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,828 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 J608 WRD, 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 29 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 J608 WRD registered?

J608 WRD is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 February 1997.

Is J608 WRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J608 WRD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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