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V347 DCW

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,705 mi
Last recorded90,705 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV347 DCW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 90,705 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 90,636 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 86,643 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 82,923 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 77,634 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,237 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 68,725 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 65,891 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 63,349 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 56,803 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 50,609 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 45,399 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 36,546 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 33,906 miles

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

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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V347 DCW is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V347 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 V347 DCW registered?

V347 DCW is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 November 1999.

Is V347 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V347 DCW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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