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URL 329Y

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,444 mi
Last recorded61,444 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURL 329Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 61,444 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 59,444 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 58,331 miles

Advise r/h rear bottom shock nut be altered

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 57,285 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 55,986 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 54,568 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 53,321 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 53,321 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 2 Sep 2008 51,797 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 51,797 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 50,396 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 48,356 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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URL 329Y is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 URL 329Y, 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.

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What year was URL 329Y registered?

URL 329Y is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 1999.

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