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M666 GSH

1996 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,755 mi
Last recorded77,755 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R Series45,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM666 GSH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 77,755 miles

Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired BLEED NIPPLE DAMAGED ON REAR CALIPER (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jul 2018 77,455 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

BEVEL DRIVE BOX HAS EXCESSIVE FREE PLAY ON MOUNTINGS

Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired BLEED NIPPLE DAMAGED ON REAR CALIPER (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 77,455 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 75,548 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 70,489 miles

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 3 May 2012 68,738 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 May 2011 65,442 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 61,354 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 56,947 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 56,947 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 54,254 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 48,863 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 36,628 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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M666 GSH is a 1996 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 45,396 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 M666 GSH, 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 30 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M666 GSH registered?

M666 GSH is a 1996 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is M666 GSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M666 GSH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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