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MIG 5208

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,480 mi
Last recorded14,480 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIG 5208
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 14,480 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 13,942 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 13,866 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 13,806 miles

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

Rear rear tyre has been repaired

Fail 9 Aug 2023 13,806 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear rear tyre has been repaired

Pass 3 May 2022 13,269 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 13,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 12,128 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 29 Apr 2019 12,115 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2017 11,395 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 10,546 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Strongly pass and advise tyre just met limit suggest replacement soon (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2015 10,377 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 8,238 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 7,941 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 6,814 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 6,814 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 6,144 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 5,595 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 4,492 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 2,899 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 2,450 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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MIG 5208 is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MIG 5208, 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 MIG 5208?

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What year was MIG 5208 registered?

MIG 5208 is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is MIG 5208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIG 5208 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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