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T538 SFL

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,696 mi
Last recorded56,696 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT538 SFL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 56,696 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2025 55,606 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 54,247 miles

ABS LIGHT INDICATES A BRAKING FAULT

Pass 26 May 2023 53,200 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 51,004 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 50,334 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 49,547 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 47,874 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 45,461 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 42,557 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 41,405 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 40,871 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 40,722 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 40,447 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 39,749 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 39,189 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 38,299 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 35,399 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 33,782 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 27,848 miles

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

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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T538 SFL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T538 SFL, 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 T538 SFL?

You can check the full history of T538 SFL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T538 SFL registered?

T538 SFL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is T538 SFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T538 SFL shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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