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R645 KAD

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,354 mi
Last recorded26,354 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR645 KAD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 26,354 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 26,343 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 26,320 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 26,285 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 26,274 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 26,274 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 26,230 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 25,917 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 25,614 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 23,793 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 18,230 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 17,436 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 17,296 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 15,616 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 14,329 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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R645 KAD is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R645 KAD, 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

How do I check the history of R645 KAD?

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What year was R645 KAD registered?

R645 KAD is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R645 KAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R645 KAD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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