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T354 AFX

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,210 mi
Last recorded28,210 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT354 AFX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 28,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 27,918 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 27,566 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 27,523 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 27,488 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 27,489 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 27,360 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 27,360 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 27,269 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 27,212 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 26,978 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 23,171 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 2,301 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 May 2014 23,013 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2013 21,730 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 May 2012 20,752 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake pads slightly deteriated

Pass 21 May 2011 20,590 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 1,900 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 17,170 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

engine low on oil

Pass 17 May 2008 14,434 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 May 2007 11,479 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 9,189 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 9,189 miles

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.

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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T354 AFX is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 T354 AFX, 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

How do I check the history of T354 AFX?

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What year was T354 AFX registered?

T354 AFX is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 June 1999.

Is T354 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T354 AFX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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