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T169 JBE

1999 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,349 mi
Last recorded58,349 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT169 JBE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 58,349 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 58,348 miles

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 58,156 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 58,153 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 56,898 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 55,862 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 55,862 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2018 55,107 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jan 2018 54,840 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 53,576 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 53,142 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 50,745 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 48,169 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 45,755 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 42,849 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 40,104 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,915 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 37,896 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 37,722 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 37,639 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,718 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 27,502 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 22,733 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 22,645 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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T169 JBE is a 1999 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T169 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T169 JBE?

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What year was T169 JBE registered?

T169 JBE is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is T169 JBE safe to buy?

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