MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,692 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Position lamp not working dipped beam (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
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R143 JGF is a 1998 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.
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 R143 JGF, 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.
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What year was R143 JGF registered?
R143 JGF is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R143 JGF safe to buy?
The MOT history for R143 JGF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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