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T142 HRV

1999 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

168,069 mi
Last recorded168,069 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT142 HRV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 168,069 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))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 162,609 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 161,591 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 159,822 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 159,822 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 154,980 miles

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

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 149,030 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 14,900 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 142,898 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cross over pipe (3.2.B2a)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 142,898 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cross over pipe (3.2.B2a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 142,701 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 138,917 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 135,605 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 134,787 miles

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

Side stand slightly stiff in opporation.

Pass 29 Oct 2012 132,106 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 120,601 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 120,601 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 110,669 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 100,770 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 89,509 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 78,578 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 78,531 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2006 74,218 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 69,453 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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T142 HRV is a 1999 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 T142 HRV, 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.

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What year was T142 HRV registered?

T142 HRV is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 6 August 1999.

Is T142 HRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T142 HRV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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