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R122 YLE

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,623 mi
Last recorded41,623 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR122 YLE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2019 41,623 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 41,535 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 40,263 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 37,322 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 34,623 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 32,031 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 29,575 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 29,497 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 29,417 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 29,314 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2007 28,868 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 26,749 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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R122 YLE is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R122 YLE, 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 R122 YLE?

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What year was R122 YLE registered?

R122 YLE is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R122 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R122 YLE shows 12 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 R122 YLE have outstanding finance?

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