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T528 RYC

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,319 mi
Last recorded51,319 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT528 RYC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 51,319 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 50,414 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 50,414 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 49,477 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 47,044 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 43,310 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 41,361 miles

Rear drive shaft pivot has slight play.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 40,567 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 36,714 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 36,714 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2013 33,053 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 32,954 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 32,182 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 28,730 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 28,650 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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T528 RYC is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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

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 T528 RYC, 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 T528 RYC?

You can check the full history of T528 RYC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T528 RYC registered?

T528 RYC is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 August 1999.

Is T528 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T528 RYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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