MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,226 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
no speedo woprking
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
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T242 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 T242 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 T242 JBP registered?
T242 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1999.
Is T242 JBP safe to buy?
The MOT history for T242 JBP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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