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S315 WYB

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,170 mi
Last recorded55,170 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS315 WYB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 55,170 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 55,140 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 53,986 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 48,283 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 31,933 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 31,931 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 17,893 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 14,812 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 14,671 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 12,942 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 12,486 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 12,357 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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S315 WYB is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 S315 WYB, 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

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What year was S315 WYB registered?

S315 WYB is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 January 1999.

Is S315 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S315 WYB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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