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P158 RGT

1997 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,743 mi
Last recorded51,743 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP158 RGT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 51,743 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 51,743 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 49,413 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 48,723 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 48,217 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 48,128 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 48,095 miles

Drive shaft noisy

Gear lever loose. (Corrected)

Pass 5 May 2018 47,291 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 47,289 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 24 May 2017 46,037 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 43,798 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 43,168 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 43,168 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 41,433 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 39,859 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 38,733 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 36,581 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 36,024 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 36,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 31,911 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 35,651 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 34,051 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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P158 RGT is a 1997 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 P158 RGT, 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 P158 RGT registered?

P158 RGT is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P158 RGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P158 RGT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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