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T972 TWX

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,243 mi
Last recorded90,243 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT972 TWX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2021 90,243 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 86,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 82,847 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 80,385 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 78,109 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 70,670 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 67,082 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 58,406 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 57,967 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,045 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 46,389 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2009 43,910 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 42,132 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 36,612 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 34,336 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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T972 TWX is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T972 TWX, 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 T972 TWX?

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What year was T972 TWX registered?

T972 TWX is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T972 TWX safe to buy?

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