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V311 RBK

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,086 mi
Last recorded59,086 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV311 RBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 59,086 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 58,795 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 58,510 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 58,105 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 56,401 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 52,318 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 47,565 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 44,124 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 42,181 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 41,498 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 41,177 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 40,277 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 38,583 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 37,046 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 34,747 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 32,676 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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V311 RBK is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 V311 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 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 V311 RBK registered?

V311 RBK is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V311 RBK safe to buy?

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