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T693 WAN

1999 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

22,385 mi
Last recorded22,385 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT693 WAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 22,385 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 20,583 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 20,583 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2024 19,640 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 18,648 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 18,320 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 17,464 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 17,131 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 16,841 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 16,521 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 15,970 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 15,440 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 14,814 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 14,021 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,463 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 11,511 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 11,511 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 9,487 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2009 9,487 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 7,525 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 6,538 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 5,927 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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T693 WAN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 T693 WAN, 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 T693 WAN registered?

T693 WAN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 July 1999.

Is T693 WAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T693 WAN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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