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R664 FNB

1998 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,054 mi
Last recorded28,054 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR664 FNB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 28,054 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2020 27,607 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 26,764 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 26,764 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 25,211 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,132 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 24,410 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 23,275 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 23,275 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 23,275 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 22,941 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,446 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 21,812 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 20,694 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 17,293 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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R664 FNB is a 1998 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R664 FNB, 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 R664 FNB registered?

R664 FNB is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R664 FNB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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