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C119 TRE

1985 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 BMW R Series48,163 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC119 TRE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025
Pass 2 Jun 2018 9,644 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 9,486 miles
Pass 8 May 2016 9,071 miles

limited reserve travel on front brake lever

some surface corrosion to swing arm and under rear of frame

Fail 28 Apr 2016 9,071 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

limited reserve travel on front brake lever

some surface corrosion to swing arm and under rear of frame

Pass 5 May 2015 8,574 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 8,560 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 7,889 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,266 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 6,549 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 5,819 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 5,107 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 4,687 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 3,595 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 1,994 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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C119 TRE is a 1985 BMW R Series in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1985 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 48,163 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 C119 TRE, 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 41 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C119 TRE registered?

C119 TRE is a 1985 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C119 TRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C119 TRE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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