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T49 YAN

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,260 mi
Last recorded25,260 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT49 YAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 25,260 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 24,743 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 24,595 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 24,581 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 24,034 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,377 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 23,370 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 23,292 miles

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

REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF ROUND

Pass 10 Jan 2015 23,278 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 23,276 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 23,094 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 23,094 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,285 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 21,301 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 21,231 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 18,707 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 14,770 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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T49 YAN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T49 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

How do I check the history of T49 YAN?

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What year was T49 YAN registered?

T49 YAN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 March 1999.

Is T49 YAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T49 YAN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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