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T742 RPG

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

53,444 mi
Last recorded53,444 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT742 RPG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 53,444 miles

Rear rear final drive bearing as small amount of play

Pass 28 Oct 2021 48,436 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 47,730 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 47,685 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Oct 2019 45,566 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 39,345 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 33,636 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 27,419 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 22,955 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 20,884 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 20,368 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 19,177 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 17,548 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 16,166 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 15,289 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 14,442 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 13,664 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 12,195 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 10,717 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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T742 RPG is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 T742 RPG, 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 T742 RPG registered?

T742 RPG is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 July 1999.

Is T742 RPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T742 RPG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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