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T38 BNN

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

54,031 mi
Last recorded54,031 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT38 BNN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 54,031 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 53,557 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 52,722 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 52,699 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 52,470 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 51,952 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 51,419 miles

abs light staying on

Pass 19 Feb 2019 50,564 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 49,557 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 49,349 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,477 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 48,455 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 46,297 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,795 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 43,175 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 29 Jun 2010 39,677 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 38,399 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 36,608 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 34,835 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 34,835 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 33,704 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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T38 BNN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T38 BNN, 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 T38 BNN registered?

T38 BNN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 March 1999.

Is T38 BNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T38 BNN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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