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T158 GSR

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,653 mi
Last recorded126,653 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT158 GSR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2010 126,653 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 115,732 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 108,388 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 8 Dec 2008 108,388 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 101,802 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 10,180 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 88,041 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 71,202 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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T158 GSR is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T158 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 T158 GSR registered?

T158 GSR is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 August 1999.

Is T158 GSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T158 GSR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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