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P849 TMV

1998 BMW R Series

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

8,377 mi
Last recorded8,377 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP849 TMV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 8,377 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 8,308 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 8,273 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 8,181 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 8,181 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect U.S./Continental Headlight fitted. (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 8,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 7,884 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 7,492 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 7,492 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 7,489 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 7,357 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 6,853 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 6,853 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 28 May 2010 6,853 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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P849 TMV is a 1998 BMW R Series in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 P849 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 P849 TMV?

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What year was P849 TMV registered?

P849 TMV is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is P849 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P849 TMV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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