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R180 LVE

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,566 mi
Last recorded29,566 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR180 LVE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 29,566 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 29,471 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,459 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 29,415 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 29,415 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 29,367 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 29,353 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 29,304 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 29,304 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 28,767 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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R180 LVE is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R180 LVE, 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 R180 LVE registered?

R180 LVE is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R180 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R180 LVE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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