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R768 VEY

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,906 mi
Last recorded59,906 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR768 VEY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 59,906 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 58,551 miles

Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 57,447 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 55,189 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 54,262 miles

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

Tyre has slight cracking in-between tread

Pass 31 Mar 2016 51,308 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 50,128 miles

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

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

Rear brake is sticking slightly.

Fail 5 Apr 2014 48,854 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 48,854 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 47,514 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 46,272 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 45,163 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 44,122 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 42,509 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,381 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 38,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2006 36,461 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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R768 VEY is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R768 VEY, 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 R768 VEY?

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What year was R768 VEY registered?

R768 VEY is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R768 VEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R768 VEY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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