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T478 WWY

1999 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

25,105 mi
Last recorded25,105 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT478 WWY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 25,105 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 23,541 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 22,689 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 19,246 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 18,521 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 18,497 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play in rear hub bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 17,717 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 17,715 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 17,710 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 17,762 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 17,681 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 17,621 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 7,541 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 17,494 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 17,064 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2009 17,064 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 16,781 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 16,826 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 15,937 miles

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

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 WWY is a 1999 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WWY, 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

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What year was T478 WWY registered?

T478 WWY is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 June 1999.

Is T478 WWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T478 WWY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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