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R718 CCY

1997 BMW Unknown

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,662 mi
Last recorded24,662 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW Unknown80,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 CCY
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 24,662 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 24,649 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 24,391 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 23,490 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 23,490 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 20,425 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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R718 CCY is a 1997 BMW Unknown in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 80,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R718 CCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this BMW Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R718 CCY?

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What year was R718 CCY registered?

R718 CCY is a 1997 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R718 CCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R718 CCY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R718 CCY have outstanding finance?

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