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R498 CCY

1998 BMW Unknown

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,922 mi
Last recorded43,922 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 CCY
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 43,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 39,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 36,176 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 32,637 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 28,602 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 26,264 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 24,581 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 21,373 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 18,452 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 12,887 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 11,575 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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R498 CCY is a 1998 BMW Unknown in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R498 CCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this BMW Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R498 CCY?

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What year was R498 CCY registered?

R498 CCY is a 1998 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R498 CCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 CCY shows 11 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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