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V240 RBK

2000 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

134,539 mi
Last recorded134,539 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV240 RBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 134,539 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 133,869 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 133,629 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 132,750 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 131,705 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 128,957 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 124,380 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 119,627 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 119,627 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 May 2016 117,845 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 107,625 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2015 107,625 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 94,920 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 84,375 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 76,350 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))

Pass 14 May 2011 67,668 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 67,668 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2010 60,136 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 52,493 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 43,545 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 36,445 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 34,374 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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V240 RBK is a 2000 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V240 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V240 RBK registered?

V240 RBK is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 August 2000.

Is V240 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V240 RBK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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