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R744 MGO

1998 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,309 mi
Last recorded73,309 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR744 MGO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 73,309 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 72,646 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 71,783 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 71,293 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 69,159 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 66,430 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 66,344 miles

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

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 61,383 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 60,926 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake hose fittings corroded

rear shock adjuster rubber pipe perished

Pass 5 Jul 2007 58,241 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 52,031 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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R744 MGO is a 1998 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R744 MGO, 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 R744 MGO registered?

R744 MGO is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R744 MGO safe to buy?

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