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S41 APA

1998 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,594 mi
Last recorded49,594 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS41 APA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 49,594 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 48,232 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

frant mudgsrd damaged

Fail 1 Feb 2013 48,232 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Inner Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

frant mudgsrd damaged

Pass 25 Feb 2012 44,329 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 42,712 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 41,876 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 41,876 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 41,129 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 40,130 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,222 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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S41 APA is a 1998 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 31,482 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 S41 APA, 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 28 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 S41 APA registered?

S41 APA is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S41 APA safe to buy?

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