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G362 XLE

1989 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,539 mi
Last recorded9,539 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R Series39,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG362 XLE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 9,539 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 9,535 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 8,183 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 8,156 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 8,077 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 7,935 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 7,606 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 6,893 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 6,893 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 4,621 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 3,776 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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G362 XLE is a 1989 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G362 XLE, 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 G362 XLE?

You can check the full history of G362 XLE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G362 XLE registered?

G362 XLE is a 1989 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G362 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G362 XLE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G362 XLE have outstanding finance?

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