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T462 OUB

1999 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

50,886 mi
Last recorded50,886 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT462 OUB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 50,886 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2026 50,883 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 50,750 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2025 50,746 miles

Central Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 49,915 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 90,984 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 89,145 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 87,334 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 85,176 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 82,293 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 80,176 miles

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

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2016 79,019 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 109,685 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 104,631 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 104,631 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 98,220 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 93,456 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 85,851 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 75,281 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2007 64,315 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 64,315 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 51,471 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 51,115 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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T462 OUB is a 1999 BMW R Series in White with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 T462 OUB, 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 T462 OUB registered?

T462 OUB is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 August 1999.

Is T462 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T462 OUB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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