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R151 RRD

1998 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,189 mi
Last recorded28,189 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR151 RRD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 28,189 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 28,189 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 27,373 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 27,292 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 25,856 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,446 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 25,010 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 24,997 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 24,815 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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R151 RRD is a 1998 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R151 RRD, 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 R151 RRD registered?

R151 RRD is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R151 RRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R151 RRD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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