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F74 RJH

1989 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

1,094 mi
Last recorded1,094 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R Series39,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF74 RJH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 1,094 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 1,081 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 1,081 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 1,081 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure lose spindle (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 1,181 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 1,081 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 830 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 170 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 38,686 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 38,346 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 38,027 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 37,767 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 37,123 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 36,634 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 36,288 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 35,939 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 35,728 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 35,242 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 35,242 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 34,719 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 34,132 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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F74 RJH is a 1989 BMW R Series in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 F74 RJH, 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 F74 RJH?

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What year was F74 RJH registered?

F74 RJH is a 1989 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F74 RJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F74 RJH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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