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V160 GAM

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,424 mi
Last recorded62,424 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV160 GAM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 62,424 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 62,424 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 58,760 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 52,817 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 47,071 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded several rear spokes lightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 44,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 40,871 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 38,215 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 37,229 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,655 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 36,122 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 32,442 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2013 24,108 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 24,108 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 21,762 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 21,546 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 21,200 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 20,529 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 20,045 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 19,152 miles

Rear number plate may not pass future mot requirements.

Pass 8 Aug 2006 18,184 miles

Nail in rear tyre.

Pass 9 Aug 2005 16,478 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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V160 GAM is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V160 GAM, 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 V160 GAM registered?

V160 GAM is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V160 GAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V160 GAM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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