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R656 YUY

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,261 mi
Last recorded5,261 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 YUY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2021 5,261 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 5,140 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 4,928 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 4,655 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 4,635 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 4,597 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 4,517 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 4,473 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 4,338 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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R656 YUY is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R656 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 R656 YUY registered?

R656 YUY is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R656 YUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R656 YUY shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R656 YUY have outstanding finance?

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