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RFN 4S

2000 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,073 mi
Last recorded28,073 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFN 4S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 28,073 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 28,072 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 27,925 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 13 Mar 2014 24,015 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 22,226 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 21,437 miles

rear tyre has been repaired with a plug

Fail 9 Jul 2012 21,437 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear tyre has been repaired with a plug

Pass 9 Jul 2011 19,770 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 19,770 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 19,760 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 19,707 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 19,688 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 May 2007 18,617 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,326 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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RFN 4S is a 2000 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 RFN 4S, 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 26 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 RFN 4S?

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What year was RFN 4S registered?

RFN 4S is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is RFN 4S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFN 4S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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