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T165 JBE

1999 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,400 mi
Last recorded30,400 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW F Series20,554 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT165 JBE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 30,400 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2025 29,022 miles
Pass 11 May 2024
Pass 27 May 2023 26,116 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 24,601 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 21,528 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 20,433 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 20,433 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 20,407 miles

wheel alignment slightly out

Fail 28 Jul 2014 20,407 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 20,399 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 20,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 Oct 2011 20,399 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 20,399 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 20,399 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,399 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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T165 JBE is a 1999 BMW F Series in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1999 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,554 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T165 JBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 27 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T165 JBE registered?

T165 JBE is a 1999 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 July 1999.

Is T165 JBE safe to buy?

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