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YFZ 898

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,993 mi
Last recorded2,993 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFZ 898
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 2,993 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 2,880 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 2,656 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 2,656 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 2,040 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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YFZ 898 is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 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 YFZ 898, 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 23 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YFZ 898 registered?

YFZ 898 is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is YFZ 898 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFZ 898 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YFZ 898 have outstanding finance?

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