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T156 JBE

1999 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,722 mi
Last recorded49,722 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT156 JBE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 49,722 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 49,184 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 48,751 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 48,751 miles

Central Rear Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 48,548 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 48,522 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2016 48,107 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 46,433 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 46,259 miles

ABS WARNING LAMP CONSTANTLY LIT

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

Pass 7 May 2014 46,259 miles

ABS WARNING LAMP CONSTANTLY LIT

Pass 7 May 2013 44,672 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 41,982 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 40,141 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 34,105 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 28,518 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 27,185 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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T156 JBE is a 1999 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T156 JBE, 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 T156 JBE registered?

T156 JBE is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T156 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T156 JBE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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