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R703 OFX

1998 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,053 mi
Last recorded48,053 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR703 OFX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 48,053 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 47,332 miles

Front tyre valve cracked

Pass 22 Jun 2017 46,367 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 45,871 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 44,045 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 44,015 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 42,980 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2013 42,113 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 41,484 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 40,557 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 40,318 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 36,144 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 33,824 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 30,328 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 29,647 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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R703 OFX is a 1998 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R703 OFX, 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.

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What year was R703 OFX registered?

R703 OFX is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R703 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R703 OFX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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