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V34 FPO

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,137 mi
Last recorded76,137 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV34 FPO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 76,137 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 74,508 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 74,502 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked /perished down to cords (4.1.2a(i))

Oil leak oil level sight glass ()

Offside Oil leak leaking onto exhaust pipe ()

Fail 4 Mar 2017 74,484 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak multiple leaks from motor ()

Pass 29 Dec 2015 70,799 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 66,230 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 60,055 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 59,994 miles

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

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

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

aftermarket HID headlamp fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2012 52,646 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 47,720 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 21,411 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 21,411 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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V34 FPO is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V34 FPO, 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 V34 FPO registered?

V34 FPO is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is V34 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V34 FPO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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