MOT Status
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28,276 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
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R856 VYB is a 1998 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
Across all 1998 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 35,983 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R856 VYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of R856 VYB?
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What year was R856 VYB registered?
R856 VYB is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 January 1998.
Is R856 VYB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R856 VYB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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