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L156 RHE

1998 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,924 mi
Last recorded29,924 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL156 RHE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2013 29,924 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 28,490 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 26,542 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 26,203 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 23,000 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 22,557 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 21,781 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,923 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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L156 RHE is a 1998 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L156 RHE, 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

How do I check the history of L156 RHE?

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What year was L156 RHE registered?

L156 RHE is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is L156 RHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L156 RHE shows 8 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 L156 RHE have outstanding finance?

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