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R114 CMY

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,265 mi
Last recorded5,265 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
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

RegistrationR114 CMY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2024 5,265 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 5,259 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 5,216 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 4,979 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

noplate - is cracked across from bolt (not insecure) noplate reflective backing is starting to seperate from perspex at edges.

Pass 12 Jun 2008 4,213 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 3,975 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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R114 CMY is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R114 CMY, 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 R114 CMY?

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What year was R114 CMY registered?

R114 CMY is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R114 CMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R114 CMY 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.

Does R114 CMY have outstanding finance?

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