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R11 FUD

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,297 mi
Last recorded43,297 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 FUD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 43,297 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 42,329 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 40,588 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 37,734 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 35,561 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 35,559 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 35,549 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 35,533 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 35,444 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 35,185 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 34,628 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 34,569 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 33,630 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 30,393 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 29,218 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 22,302 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 18,990 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2007 17,332 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 15,597 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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R11 FUD is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R11 FUD, 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

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What year was R11 FUD registered?

R11 FUD is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R11 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R11 FUD shows 19 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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