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R647 YUY

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

2,706 mi
Last recorded2,706 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR647 YUY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 2,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 2,683 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 2,683 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 2,101 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 2,057 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 2,057 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 1,993 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 1,962 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 1,875 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 1,875 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 1,773 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 1,762 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 1,740 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 1,740 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 1,620 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 1,549 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 1,549 miles

Front Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Fail 1 Sep 2010 1,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2010 1,473 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 1,313 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 1,179 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 934 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 836 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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R647 YUY is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R647 YUY, 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

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What year was R647 YUY registered?

R647 YUY is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R647 YUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R647 YUY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R647 YUY have outstanding finance?

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