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T101 KAW

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,397 mi
Last recorded120,397 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT101 KAW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 120,397 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 118,933 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 116,724 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2023 114,365 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 113,749 miles

rear shock absorber has slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 26 Oct 2020 111,242 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 109,727 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 99,486 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 99,486 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 85,205 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 25 Oct 2017 85,205 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 75,020 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 61,912 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 54,917 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 54,281 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 53,780 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 50,478 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 48,273 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 45,759 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 43,489 miles

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

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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T101 KAW is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T101 KAW, 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 T101 KAW registered?

T101 KAW is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T101 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T101 KAW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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