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P717 TMV

1998 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,676 mi
Last recorded29,676 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 TMV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 29,676 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 28,016 miles

Gear lever mounting bolt loose.

Pass 28 Jul 2023 27,979 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 26,616 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 26,327 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 26,187 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 26,186 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 26,049 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 23,549 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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P717 TMV is a 1998 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 31,482 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 P717 TMV, 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 28 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P717 TMV?

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What year was P717 TMV registered?

P717 TMV is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is P717 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P717 TMV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P717 TMV have outstanding finance?

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