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P271 RYM

1997 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,742 mi
Last recorded54,742 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 RYM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2016 54,742 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 52,641 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 5,259 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 50,584 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 50,121 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 48,322 miles

Slight play in front disc rollers.

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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P271 RYM is a 1997 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P271 RYM, 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 P271 RYM registered?

P271 RYM is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is P271 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P271 RYM shows 6 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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