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V313 DCW

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,041 mi
Last recorded74,041 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV313 DCW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 74,041 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 71,779 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 69,924 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 67,664 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 65,646 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 63,337 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 61,509 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 61,509 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 59,658 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 57,647 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 55,604 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 53,165 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 51,109 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 48,777 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 47,433 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 45,921 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 45,299 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 45,299 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 44,712 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 41,261 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 41,261 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 37,007 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 33,918 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 26,827 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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V313 DCW is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 V313 DCW, 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 V313 DCW registered?

V313 DCW is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 September 1999.

Is V313 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V313 DCW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V313 DCW have outstanding finance?

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