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T161 JDW

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,742 mi
Last recorded16,742 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT161 JDW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 16,742 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 15,485 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 13,382 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 11,581 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 11,518 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 11,366 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 11,260 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Jul 2012 11,260 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2011 9,919 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 8,269 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,134 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 7,996 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,764 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 7,266 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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T161 JDW is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 T161 JDW, 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 T161 JDW registered?

T161 JDW is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T161 JDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T161 JDW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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