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B19 GKT

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

29,775 mi
Last recorded29,775 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 GKT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 29,775 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 29,775 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 29,429 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 29,389 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 28,996 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 28,812 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 28,273 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 28,273 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

spy glass leaking

Pass 5 Nov 2019 28,269 miles

oil leak bottom of engine area

Pass 23 Oct 2018 27,963 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 26,801 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 25,628 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 23,400 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 18,547 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 24 Oct 2014 18,431 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 15,829 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 15,829 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 15,672 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 15,350 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 14,839 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 14,593 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 14,593 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 14,117 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 13,827 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 13,755 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 13,625 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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B19 GKT is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 B19 GKT, 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 26 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 B19 GKT registered?

B19 GKT is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is B19 GKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 GKT shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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