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T143 RGR

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,261 mi
Last recorded37,261 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT143 RGR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 37,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

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 19 Aug 2023 36,344 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 33,943 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,997 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 31,997 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 31,149 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 29,801 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 29,647 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 29,020 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 28,607 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 24,302 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 22,828 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 22,650 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,658 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 22,571 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 22,570 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,323 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 20,191 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 18,313 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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T143 RGR is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 T143 RGR, 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.

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What year was T143 RGR registered?

T143 RGR is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 June 1999.

Is T143 RGR safe to buy?

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