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R727 XAW

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,365 mi
Last recorded63,365 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 XAW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 63,365 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear tyre is going out of shape

Fail 16 Mar 2026 63,353 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested rear part of linked braking system is leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swing arm pivot bushes worn at rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose leaking leaking and bulging at caliper end (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not operating from rear control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear tyre is going out of shape

Pass 9 May 2023 62,905 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 61,536 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre getting low on 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 61,523 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working foot brake lever. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released lever. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre getting low on 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 59,590 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 58,534 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 56,707 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 55,206 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 53,953 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 52,214 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 48,655 miles

front tyre getting low on 2mm.

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,931 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 43,931 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 39,896 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 35,038 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 31,688 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 26,776 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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R727 XAW is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R727 XAW, 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 R727 XAW registered?

R727 XAW is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R727 XAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R727 XAW shows 18 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.

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