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T131 CBL

1999 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,842 mi
Last recorded46,842 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2007
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT131 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2007 46,842 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 46,795 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 35,882 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2005 24,893 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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T131 CBL is a 1999 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,501 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T131 CBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 27 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T131 CBL registered?

T131 CBL is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 May 1999.

Is T131 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T131 CBL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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