MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,365 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW F Series?
Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.
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S61 APA is a 1998 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 23,824 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S61 APA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 28 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of S61 APA?
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What year was S61 APA registered?
S61 APA is a 1998 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 August 1998.
Is S61 APA safe to buy?
The MOT history for S61 APA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S61 APA have outstanding finance?
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