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R186 UUX

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,186 mi
Last recorded26,186 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR186 UUX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 26,186 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 25,555 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 24,917 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear control arm dust cover deteriorated

Pass 23 Aug 2022 23,927 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 22,249 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 20,384 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 20,079 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 19,045 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 18,951 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 18,411 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

gaiter on n/s fixed track rod split

Pass 20 Aug 2014 18,207 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,192 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 18,186 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 18,160 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 16,634 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 15,645 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 12,919 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 11,355 miles

front braks pads showing wear

Pass 8 May 2006 9,124 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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R186 UUX is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R186 UUX, 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 R186 UUX registered?

R186 UUX is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R186 UUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R186 UUX shows 19 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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