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NGN 412V

1988 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,723 mi
Last recorded8,723 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R Series29,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGN 412V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1988
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 8,723 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 8,723 miles

Stop lamp not working off rear brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2016 8,721 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 8,684 miles

rear brake lever slightly sticky

Pass 19 Nov 2013 8,646 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 8,467 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 8,095 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 8,022 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 7,765 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 7,542 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 7,291 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 7,119 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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NGN 412V is a 1988 BMW R Series in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1988 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 29,023 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 NGN 412V, 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 38 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 NGN 412V?

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What year was NGN 412V registered?

NGN 412V is a 1988 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 May 1988.

Is NGN 412V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGN 412V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NGN 412V have outstanding finance?

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