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R664 LTF

1998 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,330 mi
Last recorded67,330 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR664 LTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2020 67,330 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2014 67,235 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 64,639 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 64,639 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 61,261 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 61,261 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 57,737 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 53,846 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2010 53,846 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 41,133 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 39,734 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2007 38,190 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 25,781 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 LTF is a 1998 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R664 LTF, 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 LTF registered?

R664 LTF is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R664 LTF safe to buy?

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