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OUI 7201

1997 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,101 mi
Last recorded71,101 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 7201
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2009 71,101 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 64,291 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 57,780 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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OUI 7201 is a 1997 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 OUI 7201, 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 OUI 7201?

You can check the full history of OUI 7201 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OUI 7201 registered?

OUI 7201 is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is OUI 7201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 7201 shows 3 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 OUI 7201 have outstanding finance?

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