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R675 HJO

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,242 mi
Last recorded27,242 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR675 HJO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 27,242 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 26,744 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 26,317 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 26,245 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 25,942 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 25,293 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 25,210 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 24,937 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 24,657 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 24,218 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 23,756 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,263 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 23,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,204 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,741 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 22,382 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 21,195 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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R675 HJO is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R675 HJO, 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 R675 HJO?

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What year was R675 HJO registered?

R675 HJO is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R675 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R675 HJO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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