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J860 FVG

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,229 mi
Last recorded34,229 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ860 FVG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 34,229 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 34,219 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 34,219 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Link pipe corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 33,315 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 32,219 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 31,660 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 31,407 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 30,822 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2014 30,822 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2013 28,858 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,397 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2011 23,847 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 23,847 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 20,114 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 20,042 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 19,650 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 19,453 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 18,934 miles

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

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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J860 FVG is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J860 FVG, 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 J860 FVG registered?

J860 FVG is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 July 2000.

Is J860 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J860 FVG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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