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P184 WGJ

1997 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,841 mi
Last recorded58,841 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP184 WGJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 58,841 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 58,705 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 58,624 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 58,303 miles

friction device on throttle

idle very low

Pass 31 Mar 2016 57,544 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 57,110 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 56,299 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 55,215 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 54,184 miles

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

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

f/disc bobbins worn

Pass 24 Mar 2012 54,184 miles

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

f/disc bobbins worn

Pass 26 Mar 2011 53,054 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 49,452 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 45,492 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 42,295 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 37,494 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 37,490 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

clunk from drive when pulling away

rear suspension stiff?

Pass 27 Oct 2005 33,974 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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P184 WGJ is a 1997 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P184 WGJ, 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

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What year was P184 WGJ registered?

P184 WGJ is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P184 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P184 WGJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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