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W118 RRA

2000 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,207 mi
Last recorded64,207 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW118 RRA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 64,207 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2023 64,177 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 60,569 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 58,888 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 54,891 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 54,887 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2017 47,759 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 45,295 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 40,168 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 36,292 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 33,337 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 30,299 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 26,296 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 26,296 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 23,668 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 May 2009 21,670 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 19,481 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 19,153 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 11 May 2007 18,076 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 15,285 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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W118 RRA is a 2000 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W118 RRA, 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

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What year was W118 RRA registered?

W118 RRA is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 June 2000.

Is W118 RRA safe to buy?

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