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G5 NHE

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,401 mi
Last recorded44,401 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 NHE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 44,401 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 41,604 miles
Pass 26 May 2024 38,297 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 37,963 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 37,756 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 37,536 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 37,228 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2016 36,667 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 36,250 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 36,250 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2014 34,874 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 33,240 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 33,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jan 2012 31,855 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 27,643 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 20,998 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 20,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2008 15,090 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 12,026 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 11,237 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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G5 NHE is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 36,220 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 G5 NHE, 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 27 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 G5 NHE registered?

G5 NHE is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is G5 NHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 NHE shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G5 NHE have outstanding finance?

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