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R189 UUX

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,926 mi
Last recorded3,926 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 UUX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 3,926 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has slight cracks on side wall

Pass 8 Jul 2022 3,621 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 3,568 miles

Both front & rear brakes are sticking slightly.

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 3,475 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 3,475 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 3,048 miles

Front brakes sticking slightly

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 2,562 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 2,426 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 2,303 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 1,938 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 1,938 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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R189 UUX is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R189 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 R189 UUX registered?

R189 UUX is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R189 UUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R189 UUX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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