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R771 WRA

1998 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

81,441 mi
Last recorded81,441 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR771 WRA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 81,441 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 80,390 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 78,205 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 76,434 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 74,103 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 71,748 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 71,748 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 70,317 miles

rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 1 May 2019 67,660 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 64,974 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 62,380 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 59,711 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 58,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 55,872 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 52,922 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 50,786 miles

Nearside 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 2011 46,981 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 43,313 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 39,780 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 35,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 32,077 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 32,017 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 29,086 miles

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

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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R771 WRA is a 1998 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 R771 WRA, 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 R771 WRA registered?

R771 WRA is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is R771 WRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R771 WRA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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