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R743 FGX

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

96,678 mi
Last recorded96,678 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 FGX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 96,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2026 96,671 miles

Offside Front Brake disc insecure Disc bobbins have fractured clips (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Floating brake disc has fractured floating disc bobbin clips

Pass 28 Aug 2024 96,531 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 96,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Slight oil leak from final drive paralever arm boot.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 93,661 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 May 2021 93,494 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 93,322 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 92,185 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2016 92,168 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 92,028 miles

slight bind on front brake

Pass 6 Nov 2013 91,849 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 91,573 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 90,864 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 89,823 miles

Oil leak

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 86,884 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 84,162 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 78,126 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 78,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 73,837 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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R743 FGX is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R743 FGX, 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 R743 FGX?

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What year was R743 FGX registered?

R743 FGX is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R743 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R743 FGX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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