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T45 YAN

1999 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,921 mi
Last recorded14,921 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT45 YAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 14,921 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 14,805 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2018 14,773 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 14,768 miles

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

Number plate in poor condition

Fail 8 Apr 2017 14,768 miles

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

Number plate in poor condition

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 14,534 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 14,470 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 13,904 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 13,228 miles

baffles loose in exhaust pipes.

rear number plate starting to delaminate.

Pass 26 May 2010 9,625 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 9,449 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 9,449 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2008 9,402 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 9,226 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 8,818 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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T45 YAN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T45 YAN, 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 T45 YAN registered?

T45 YAN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T45 YAN safe to buy?

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