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T163 JBE

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,146 mi
Last recorded58,146 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT163 JBE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2025 58,146 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 57,646 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 57,269 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 56,747 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 56,663 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 56,609 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 56,433 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 55,573 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 54,384 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 54,283 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 53,413 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 53,288 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 52,693 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 51,853 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 51,251 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 36,520 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 34,346 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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T163 JBE is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 T163 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T163 JBE?

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What year was T163 JBE registered?

T163 JBE is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is T163 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T163 JBE shows 17 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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