MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,400 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear SLIGHT PLAY IN THE REAR SHAFT DRIVE ARM
A B S light flashing
O/s mirror glass danaged
Slight movement in front shock absorber lower joint
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P255 TGY 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 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 P255 TGY, 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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How do I check the history of P255 TGY?
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What year was P255 TGY registered?
P255 TGY is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 June 1997.
Is P255 TGY safe to buy?
The MOT history for P255 TGY shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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