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T540 SFL

1999 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,239 mi
Last recorded19,239 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT540 SFL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 19,239 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 19,181 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2024 19,002 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 18,910 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 18,836 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 18,767 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 18,740 miles
Pass 5 May 2019 18,566 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 18,566 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear swing arm has excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 18,159 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 17,298 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 16,542 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 16,311 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 15,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,986 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 12,216 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2006 10,276 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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T540 SFL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Orange with a 1,130cc 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 T540 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 T540 SFL?

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What year was T540 SFL registered?

T540 SFL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 August 1999.

Is T540 SFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T540 SFL 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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