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HV66 TLJ

2016 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,159 mi
Last recorded21,159 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW R Series15,065 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV66 TLJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 21,159 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear slightly excessive travel in rear brake pedal but still working ok.

Pass 23 Sep 2024 18,946 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2024 18,946 miles

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

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 16,060 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 11,230 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 9,279 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose front wheel left hand side has two slightly loose spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 8,393 miles

Bolt missing from gear lever adjuster

Pass 11 Nov 2019 7,391 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 2,375 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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HV66 TLJ is a 2016 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.3% with a typical mileage of 15,065 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 HV66 TLJ, 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 10 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV66 TLJ registered?

HV66 TLJ is a 2016 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 October 2016.

Is HV66 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV66 TLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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