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T56 XTO

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

72,139 mi
Last recorded72,139 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT56 XTO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 72,139 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 70,962 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 69,885 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 68,574 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 67,013 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 65,418 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 64,724 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 64,029 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 62,976 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 61,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 60,293 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 58,210 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 56,222 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 54,369 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 52,242 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 50,702 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 47,954 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 4 May 2010 47,954 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 45,387 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 43,376 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 41,200 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 37,475 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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T56 XTO is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 T56 XTO, 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 T56 XTO registered?

T56 XTO is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 August 1999.

Is T56 XTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T56 XTO shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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