MOT Status
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31,090 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
brake hose makes contact with top yoke on full lock
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
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R153 MWY is a 1998 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 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 R153 MWY, 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 R153 MWY registered?
R153 MWY is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1998.
Is R153 MWY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R153 MWY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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