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R685 VOR

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,159 mi
Last recorded37,159 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR685 VOR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2017 37,159 miles

Rear tyre cracking in between tread

Pass 17 May 2016 36,498 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 35,891 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 35,250 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 33,455 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 30,438 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,202 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 25,310 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2009 19,175 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 14,320 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 14,144 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 13,898 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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R685 VOR is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R685 VOR, 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 R685 VOR?

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What year was R685 VOR registered?

R685 VOR is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R685 VOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R685 VOR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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