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TCZ 7043

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,724 mi
Last recorded56,724 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 7043
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 56,724 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 56,722 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

fuel hose perished

Pass 20 Apr 2023 56,673 miles

left hand fork seal leaking slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2022 55,854 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 54,252 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 52,934 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 49,288 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 45,253 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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TCZ 7043 is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TCZ 7043, 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 TCZ 7043?

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What year was TCZ 7043 registered?

TCZ 7043 is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is TCZ 7043 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCZ 7043 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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