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V168 LKJ

2000 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

56,652 mi
Last recorded56,652 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV168 LKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 56,652 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 55,641 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 55,641 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2018 55,354 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2018 55,354 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,704 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 53,169 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,364 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 49,797 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 48,675 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 47,682 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 47,659 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2011 44,173 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 42,529 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 42,529 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 38,829 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 31,002 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 26,011 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 22,606 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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V168 LKJ is a 2000 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 V168 LKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V168 LKJ registered?

V168 LKJ is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V168 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V168 LKJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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