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J15 LND

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,438 mi
Last recorded60,438 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 LND
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 60,438 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 58,882 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 58,882 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 54,778 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Aug 2015 50,687 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 47,298 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Jul 2014 47,140 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Feb 2013 39,915 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2013 39,913 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 29,802 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 29,802 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 28,913 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,625 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 21,625 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2008 15,719 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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J15 LND is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J15 LND, 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

How do I check the history of J15 LND?

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What year was J15 LND registered?

J15 LND is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is J15 LND safe to buy?

The MOT history for J15 LND shows 15 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.

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