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R741 MSA

1998 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

12,684 mi
Last recorded12,684 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR741 MSA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 12,684 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 12,384 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 12,384 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 12,364 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 12,327 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 12,327 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 12,060 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 12,002 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 12,002 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 11,699 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 11,699 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 11,678 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 11,010 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,829 miles

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

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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R741 MSA is a 1998 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R741 MSA, 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 R741 MSA registered?

R741 MSA is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R741 MSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R741 MSA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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