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S818 MGN

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,784 mi
Last recorded51,784 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS818 MGN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 51,784 miles

spoke covers fitted to front wheel

Pass 22 Jun 2023 50,950 miles

Front spoke cover's fitted to wheel

Pass 7 Jul 2022 49,724 miles

Spoke covers fitted on front wheel.

Surface corrosion on front & rear disc,s.

Fail 7 Jul 2022 49,721 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Spoke covers fitted on front wheel.

Surface corrosion on front & rear disc,s.

Pass 16 Apr 2019 49,694 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 47,004 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 46,370 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 45,664 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 44,361 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 42,685 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 42,681 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2012 41,643 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 39,325 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 37,256 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 35,731 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 35,296 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 34,188 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 34,063 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2006 31,951 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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S818 MGN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S818 MGN, 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 S818 MGN registered?

S818 MGN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 January 1999.

Is S818 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S818 MGN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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