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L581 RMX

1998 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,094 mi
Last recorded28,094 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL581 RMX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 28,094 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 28,094 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 27,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 27,306 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 27,306 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 27,066 miles

Exhaust noisey

Pass 18 Jun 2020 26,669 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2018 25,859 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 5,759 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 24,648 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 81,122 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 79,466 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 78,386 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 74,319 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 68,164 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Tested in wet conditions

Pass 30 Mar 2009 67,018 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 65,421 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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L581 RMX is a 1998 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 L581 RMX, 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 L581 RMX registered?

L581 RMX is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is L581 RMX safe to buy?

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