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P492 TBT

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,663 mi
Last recorded42,663 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 TBT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 42,663 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 41,209 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 39,749 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 38,516 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 38,456 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Central Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2020 38,167 miles

engine has oil leak

Pass 9 May 2019 38,076 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 38,076 miles

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,052 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 36,753 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 35,499 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 32,087 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 31,329 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 30,186 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 30,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jun 2006 27,174 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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P492 TBT is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P492 TBT, 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 P492 TBT registered?

P492 TBT is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is P492 TBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 TBT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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