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R983 SOY

1998 BMW R1200

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,952 mi
Last recorded5,952 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R120010,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 SOY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 5,952 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 4,454 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 4,406 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 4,278 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 4,158 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 4,020 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 3,860 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 3,802 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 3,675 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 3,052 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 2,499 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 2,492 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 2,486 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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R983 SOY is a 1998 BMW R1200 in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 10,630 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R983 SOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 28 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R983 SOY?

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What year was R983 SOY registered?

R983 SOY is a 1998 BMW R1200, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R983 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R983 SOY shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R983 SOY have outstanding finance?

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