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T818 JYB

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,792 mi
Last recorded12,792 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT818 JYB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 12,792 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 11,950 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 11,950 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 10,875 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 10,385 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 10,246 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 9,487 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 9,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 8,865 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 8,757 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 8,546 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 8,229 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))

Pass 31 May 2008 8,166 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 31 May 2008 8,166 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 7,969 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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T818 JYB is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 T818 JYB, 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

How do I check the history of T818 JYB?

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What year was T818 JYB registered?

T818 JYB is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is T818 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T818 JYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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