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G718 BJT

1989 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,546 mi
Last recorded5,546 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R Series39,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG718 BJT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 5,546 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 4,267 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 4,044 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 3,759 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 3,529 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,322 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 3,322 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 11 May 2012 3,003 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 53,812 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 49,228 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 47,264 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 46,741 miles

Front brake is slightly binding

Pass 13 Apr 2007 46,410 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 46,109 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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G718 BJT is a 1989 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 G718 BJT, 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

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What year was G718 BJT registered?

G718 BJT is a 1989 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G718 BJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G718 BJT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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