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T578 JKO

1999 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,206 mi
Last recorded89,206 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT578 JKO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 89,206 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 89,185 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 88,927 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 87,761 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 85,271 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 85,232 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 85,213 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 84,926 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 83,746 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 4 May 2016 81,767 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 81,514 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 81,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 80,283 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 77,095 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 66,779 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 59,716 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 54,055 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 48,874 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 45,138 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 41,317 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 JKO is a 1999 BMW R Series in Orange with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T578 JKO, 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 JKO registered?

T578 JKO is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 June 1999.

Is T578 JKO safe to buy?

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