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T578 CMV

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

100,608 mi
Last recorded100,608 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT578 CMV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 100,608 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 100,608 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 100,557 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2014 99,245 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 99,107 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 95,035 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 95,035 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 85,184 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 84,973 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2011 77,363 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 73,136 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 70,028 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2009 70,028 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 68,879 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 66,745 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 63,025 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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T578 CMV 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 68.8%.

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 T578 CMV, 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 T578 CMV registered?

T578 CMV is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 August 1999.

Is T578 CMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T578 CMV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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