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T438 RPG

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,343 mi
Last recorded44,343 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT438 RPG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 44,343 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 44,202 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 44,140 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 43,934 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 43,772 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 43,519 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 43,429 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 42,379 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 42,329 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 41,697 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 40,924 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 39,756 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 39,061 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 38,434 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 37,576 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 36,247 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 33,876 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 32,468 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 30,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 26,295 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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T438 RPG is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T438 RPG, 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 T438 RPG registered?

T438 RPG is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 June 1999.

Is T438 RPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T438 RPG shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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