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T51 YAN

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,361 mi
Last recorded46,361 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT51 YAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2026 46,361 miles

All direction indicators not working DO NOT TURN OFF (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 May 2025 46,271 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 46,239 miles

Front cracking around tyre

Pass 15 Aug 2022 46,207 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 46,902 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 45,787 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 45,688 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 45,440 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 45,363 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 45,178 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 44,774 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 41,722 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 37,397 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 32,804 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 29,541 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2009 27,549 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 27,549 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 24,362 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 205,228 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 1,760 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 15,545 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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T51 YAN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 T51 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

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What year was T51 YAN registered?

T51 YAN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T51 YAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T51 YAN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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