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T263 NUB

1999 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

65,314 mi
Last recorded65,314 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT263 NUB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 65,314 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 65,210 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 65,210 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 64,623 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 64,623 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!no oil in engine sight glass!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pass 3 Aug 2020 64,237 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 64,237 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 62,932 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 61,852 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 59,379 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 57,555 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 55,050 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2011 52,824 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 47,370 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,622 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,423 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 38,423 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2007 36,804 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 35,104 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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T263 NUB is a 1999 BMW R Series in Orange with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 T263 NUB, 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 T263 NUB registered?

T263 NUB is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 August 1999.

Is T263 NUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T263 NUB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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