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R749 JPB

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

16,714 mi
Last recorded16,714 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 JPB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 16,714 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 16,251 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 14,787 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 14,059 miles

Rear floating rear disc rattles ( mounting shims worn )

Pass 18 May 2017 13,685 miles

Rear unable to check rear pads ( view obstructed by panniers)

Pass 4 May 2016 12,851 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 12,105 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2015 12,105 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2014 12,054 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 12,054 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 11,874 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 11,494 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 10,782 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 10,478 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 10,290 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 9,855 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 9,603 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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R749 JPB is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R749 JPB, 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

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What year was R749 JPB registered?

R749 JPB is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R749 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R749 JPB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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