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L8 YKE

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

40,345 mi
Last recorded40,345 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 YKE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 40,345 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 40,341 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 40,258 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 40,120 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 39,935 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 39,935 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 39,883 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 39,777 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 38,712 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 38,355 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 37,298 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 36,260 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 29,381 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 24,836 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 20,076 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 16,662 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 14,318 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 11,744 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 11,332 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 9,642 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 5,850 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 5,847 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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L8 YKE is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 L8 YKE, 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 L8 YKE?

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What year was L8 YKE registered?

L8 YKE is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is L8 YKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 YKE shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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