MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,901 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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front valve dust cap missing
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T288 WGK is a 1999 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 T288 WGK, 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 T288 WGK registered?
T288 WGK is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 May 1999.
Is T288 WGK safe to buy?
The MOT history for T288 WGK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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