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T381 JBP

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,605 mi
Last recorded58,605 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT381 JBP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 58,605 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 58,588 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 58,577 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 55,049 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 51,607 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 48,126 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 46,202 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2010 46,194 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 43,014 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 42,708 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 40,405 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 11 May 2006 31,550 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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T381 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T381 JBP, 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 T381 JBP registered?

T381 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T381 JBP safe to buy?

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