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T539 SFL

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,548 mi
Last recorded33,548 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT539 SFL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 33,548 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,342 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (2mm) (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2017 33,334 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (2mm) (4.1.3(ii))

crash protection bar support bar loose at front

Pass 27 May 2015 31,601 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2015 31,601 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 26,435 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 26,427 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 19,724 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 17,269 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 17,269 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 55,766 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,122 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 38,559 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 25,864 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,211 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 8,839 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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T539 SFL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T539 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

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What year was T539 SFL registered?

T539 SFL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 August 1999.

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