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T220 JBP

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

139,602 mi
Last recorded139,602 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT220 JBP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 139,602 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 139,602 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 136,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 134,522 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 134,115 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 133,752 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 132,202 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 130,347 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 127,855 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 125,368 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 121,513 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 117,375 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 112,310 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 107,993 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 10,326 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 97,854 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 92,318 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 88,495 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 82,575 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 77,403 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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T220 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T220 JBP, 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 T220 JBP registered?

T220 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T220 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T220 JBP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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