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T353 VVW

1999 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,027 mi
Last recorded18,027 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT353 VVW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2014 18,027 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 17,687 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 17,553 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 17,378 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 17,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2010 17,062 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 17,052 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2009 16,054 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 14,836 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 13,625 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 12,517 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2006 12,517 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2005 10,636 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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T353 VVW is a 1999 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,501 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T353 VVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 27 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T353 VVW registered?

T353 VVW is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T353 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T353 VVW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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