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S412 TAW

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,026 mi
Last recorded41,026 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS412 TAW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 41,026 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 40,937 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 40,927 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 40,823 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 40,677 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 40,499 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 39,944 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 39,623 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 39,255 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 39,255 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 38,436 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 38,124 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 36,914 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 36,900 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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S412 TAW is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S412 TAW, 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

How do I check the history of S412 TAW?

You can check the full history of S412 TAW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S412 TAW registered?

S412 TAW is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S412 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S412 TAW 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.

Does S412 TAW have outstanding finance?

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