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T394 JBP

1999 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,072 mi
Last recorded29,072 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT394 JBP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 29,072 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 28,751 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 27,705 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 24,981 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 24,974 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 24,545 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,030 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,186 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 23,174 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 22,991 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,986 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 17 Apr 2007 22,577 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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T394 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Orange with a 998cc 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 T394 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T394 JBP registered?

T394 JBP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T394 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T394 JBP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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