MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,163 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear tyre perished
Slight drag on front wheel
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear tyre slightly perished
Rear tyre slightly perished
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear tyre slightly perished
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
nearside front & offside rear indicators fading
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R12 BCT is a 1998 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 R12 BCT, 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 R12 BCT?
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What year was R12 BCT registered?
R12 BCT is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 March 1998.
Is R12 BCT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R12 BCT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R12 BCT have outstanding finance?
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