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T540 UMA

1999 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,894 mi
Last recorded31,894 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT540 UMA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 31,894 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 31,839 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 31,739 miles

Check top yoke securing nut.

Pass 19 Oct 2021 31,295 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 30,761 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 30,203 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 29,256 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 28,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 26,933 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 26,688 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 24,958 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,467 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 22,467 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 18,862 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 17,047 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 17,047 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 16,921 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2006 16,791 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 UMA is a 1999 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T540 UMA, 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.

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What year was T540 UMA registered?

T540 UMA is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 April 1999.

Is T540 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T540 UMA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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