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R153 MWY

1998 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,090 mi
Last recorded31,090 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 MWY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 31,090 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 31,085 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 31,081 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2020 30,374 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 28,183 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 25,927 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 25,258 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,820 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 23,820 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 20,796 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 20,796 miles

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)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 17,768 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,723 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

brake hose makes contact with top yoke on full lock

Pass 28 Mar 2011 16,570 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 12,654 miles

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)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,654 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 9,729 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 7,327 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 5,526 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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