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T151 GSR

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,280 mi
Last recorded49,280 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT151 GSR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 49,280 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 48,320 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 47,278 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 47,237 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 47,003 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 46,742 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 46,712 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,987 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 44,051 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 42,875 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 41,466 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 40,264 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 38,737 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 34,542 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 31,886 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 29,137 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 25,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 22,971 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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T151 GSR is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T151 GSR, 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 T151 GSR registered?

T151 GSR is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 June 1999.

Is T151 GSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T151 GSR shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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