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T478 ORP

1999 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,971 mi
Last recorded36,971 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT478 ORP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 36,971 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 36,971 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 35,361 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 35,343 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 35,268 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 35,103 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 34,899 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 34,557 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 34,109 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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T478 ORP is a 1999 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,501 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T478 ORP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 27 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T478 ORP?

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What year was T478 ORP registered?

T478 ORP is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T478 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T478 ORP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T478 ORP have outstanding finance?

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