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R134 TAC

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,330 mi
Last recorded81,330 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR134 TAC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 81,330 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 74,084 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 70,576 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 69,637 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 69,583 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

REAR NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT OPERATING

Pass 8 Jun 2011 66,954 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2010 65,179 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 63,077 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 63,077 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2008 60,656 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 60,641 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 57,211 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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R134 TAC 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 83.3%.

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 R134 TAC, 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 R134 TAC?

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What year was R134 TAC registered?

R134 TAC is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R134 TAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R134 TAC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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