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V350 DCW

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,637 mi
Last recorded68,637 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV350 DCW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 68,637 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 67,562 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 66,420 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 65,983 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 64,038 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 60,796 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 60,747 miles

Front Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

offside mirror loose

Pass 28 Nov 2005 53,579 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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V350 DCW is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 V350 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

How do I check the history of V350 DCW?

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What year was V350 DCW registered?

V350 DCW is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is V350 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V350 DCW shows 8 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 V350 DCW have outstanding finance?

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