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R176 BBU

1998 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,064 mi
Last recorded55,064 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 BBU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 55,064 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 54,061 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 52,630 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 52,350 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 51,213 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 50,719 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 48,915 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 47,298 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 46,790 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 45,978 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 44,998 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 44,182 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,701 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 41,007 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 38,817 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 35,567 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 32,924 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 26,233 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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R176 BBU is a 1998 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R176 BBU, 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 R176 BBU registered?

R176 BBU is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R176 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R176 BBU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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