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V144 DPK

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,200 mi
Last recorded65,200 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV144 DPK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 65,200 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 63,759 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2012 63,759 miles

Rear Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 49,314 miles

front and rear brake pads are very worn

headlamp is cracked

rear tyre worn

Pass 21 Aug 2010 40,847 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 40,847 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 31,905 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 28,719 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 25,989 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 22,803 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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V144 DPK is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V144 DPK, 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

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What year was V144 DPK registered?

V144 DPK is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 November 1999.

Is V144 DPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V144 DPK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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