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T698 GJM

1999 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,362 mi
Last recorded8,362 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT698 GJM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 8,362 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 8,353 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 8,344 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 8,335 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 8,325 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 8,315 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 8,262 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 8,252 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 8,240 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 8,211 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 8,122 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 7,904 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 7,819 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,246 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2011 7,233 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2010 7,169 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 7,169 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 6,931 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 6,880 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 6,772 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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T698 GJM is a 1999 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T698 GJM, 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 T698 GJM registered?

T698 GJM is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T698 GJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T698 GJM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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