MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,607 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Fairing fixings missing but panel secure
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
oil leak
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
rear diff has slight bearing play
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
gear lever loose
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
n/s/f footrest seized
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R298 WCY is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1999 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 36,220 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 R298 WCY, 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 27 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R298 WCY registered?
R298 WCY is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 June 1999.
Is R298 WCY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R298 WCY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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