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T737 TGB

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

62,222 mi
Last recorded62,222 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT737 TGB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 62,222 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2025 62,222 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 61,364 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 60,389 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 59,501 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 58,676 miles

Front Slight roughness on wheel bearing.

Pass 11 Nov 2020 57,364 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 57,353 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 57,131 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 54,128 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 53,260 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 53,254 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 52,595 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 52,332 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,140 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 51,525 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 50,837 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 49,690 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 48,003 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 46,081 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 45,066 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 42,794 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 41,194 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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T737 TGB is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T737 TGB, 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 T737 TGB registered?

T737 TGB is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 August 1999.

Is T737 TGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T737 TGB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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