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V231 DCC

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,300 mi
Last recorded46,300 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV231 DCC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2022 46,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 46,300 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 46,118 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 May 2017 45,259 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 44,281 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 41,530 miles

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

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 26 Feb 2014 40,122 miles

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

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 9 Feb 2013 38,313 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 36,234 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 34,456 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 32,604 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 30,990 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 26,590 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 21,201 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 16,756 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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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V231 DCC is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V231 DCC, 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 V231 DCC registered?

V231 DCC is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V231 DCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V231 DCC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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