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V146 RBK

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,043 mi
Last recorded62,043 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV146 RBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 62,043 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 60,862 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 59,682 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 57,713 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 57,713 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock on right lock pulling wires to socket,wires disconnected (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 54,354 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2016 51,462 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 51,460 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 48,593 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 45,004 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 43,089 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 41,072 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 37,312 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 29,051 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,715 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 17,936 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 14,347 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 12,890 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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V146 RBK is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 V146 RBK, 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 26 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V146 RBK registered?

V146 RBK is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is V146 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V146 RBK shows 18 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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