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F537 EWX

1989 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,986 mi
Last recorded36,986 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 1989 BMW R Series39,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF537 EWX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2014 36,986 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 36,986 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 35,281 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 34,318 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 31,205 miles

front tyre close to limit

Pass 5 Dec 2008 30,592 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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F537 EWX is a 1989 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 39,030 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 F537 EWX, 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 37 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 F537 EWX?

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What year was F537 EWX registered?

F537 EWX is a 1989 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is F537 EWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F537 EWX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F537 EWX have outstanding finance?

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