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T49 SAV

1999 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,592 mi
Last recorded24,592 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1999 BMW K Series36,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT49 SAV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 24,592 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 24,090 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 23,964 miles

Front tyre side wall cracking slightly

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

Fail 14 May 2018 23,964 miles

Front tyre side wall cracking slightly

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 23,562 miles

Front tyre side wall cracking

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

Fail 12 Apr 2017 23,562 miles

Front tyre side wall cracking

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 21,150 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 19,355 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 1,840 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Brake lever excessively chafed (3.2.A1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 1,840 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 15,837 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 15,587 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 13,157 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 13,157 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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T49 SAV is a 1999 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T49 SAV, 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.

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What year was T49 SAV registered?

T49 SAV is a 1999 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 March 1999.

Is T49 SAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T49 SAV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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