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S327 GEU

1998 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,159 mi
Last recorded36,159 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW F Series23,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS327 GEU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2010 36,159 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 35,874 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 35,874 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 33,070 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 32,742 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 32,742 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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S327 GEU is a 1998 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 23,824 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S327 GEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 28 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S327 GEU?

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What year was S327 GEU registered?

S327 GEU is a 1998 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S327 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S327 GEU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S327 GEU have outstanding finance?

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