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R668 LTF

1998 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,201 mi
Last recorded25,201 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR668 LTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 25,201 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 25,038 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 May 2015 24,986 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))

Fail 5 Apr 2014 24,858 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 24,858 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 24,655 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 24,655 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 24,505 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 24,292 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 23,903 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 22,578 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 22,441 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 22,059 miles

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

rear brake disc slightly loose??

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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R668 LTF is a 1998 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R668 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

How do I check the history of R668 LTF?

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What year was R668 LTF registered?

R668 LTF is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R668 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R668 LTF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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