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T151 JBE

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

53,541 mi
Last recorded53,541 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT151 JBE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2012 53,541 miles

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 50,105 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 50,000 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 48,767 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 47,693 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 47,693 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 46,135 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 43,357 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2007 43,357 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 38,747 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 JBE is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 T151 JBE, 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 T151 JBE registered?

T151 JBE is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T151 JBE safe to buy?

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