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N340 WGR

1997 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,493 mi
Last recorded48,493 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN340 WGR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2025 48,493 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 48,445 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 48,326 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 48,257 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 48,132 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 47,968 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 47,866 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 47,648 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 47,446 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 47,242 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 46,964 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 48,560 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 46,019 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,939 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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N340 WGR is a 1997 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 N340 WGR, 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

How do I check the history of N340 WGR?

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What year was N340 WGR registered?

N340 WGR is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is N340 WGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N340 WGR shows 14 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 N340 WGR have outstanding finance?

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