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T148 CBL

1999 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,812 mi
Last recorded33,812 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT148 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 33,812 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 33,693 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 33,693 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 33,208 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 32,721 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 32,714 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 32,714 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 32,708 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 32,439 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 32,377 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 31,598 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,148 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 29,060 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 28,417 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 27,405 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 25,794 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,494 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 20,449 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,284 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,681 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 14,681 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2007 10,554 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 8,081 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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T148 CBL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T148 CBL, 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 T148 CBL registered?

T148 CBL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T148 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T148 CBL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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