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T942 SGC

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,289 mi
Last recorded46,289 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT942 SGC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 46,289 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 44,368 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 43,240 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 41,909 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 41,909 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 38,989 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 36,599 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 33,584 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 30,856 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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T942 SGC is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T942 SGC, 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 T942 SGC?

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What year was T942 SGC registered?

T942 SGC is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 August 1999.

Is T942 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T942 SGC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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