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P146 TBE

1997 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,991 mi
Last recorded48,991 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP146 TBE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 48,991 miles

fuel tank filler sealing washer deteriorated, but not leaking fuel

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Banjo fittings (3.2.B3b)

Front brake disc fixing collets loose

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 46,143 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 45,809 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 44,701 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,328 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 42,902 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 42,112 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 41,576 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2008 39,495 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 38,315 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 38,315 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 36,745 miles

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

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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P146 TBE is a 1997 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P146 TBE, 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.

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What year was P146 TBE registered?

P146 TBE is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P146 TBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P146 TBE 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.

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