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T249 HTR

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,386 mi
Last recorded29,386 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT249 HTR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 29,386 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 25,877 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 25,876 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Feb 2011 52,838 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 52,838 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 51,002 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 51,002 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 46,425 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 40,244 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 40,244 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 31,548 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 28,397 miles

ABS light staying on.

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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T249 HTR is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T249 HTR, 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.

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What year was T249 HTR registered?

T249 HTR is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T249 HTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T249 HTR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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