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V35 FPO

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

59,001 mi
Last recorded59,001 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV35 FPO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 59,001 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 57,966 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 57,925 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 56,106 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 54,942 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 54,890 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 54,859 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 54,824 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Flexible retainer for rear brake fluid resovoir perished

Pass 3 Aug 2018 53,736 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 52,637 miles

Slight movement in gear linkage.

Pass 1 Jun 2016 51,593 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 5,038 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 49,241 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 48,188 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 44,132 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 42,821 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,190 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 39,410 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 38,226 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 35,954 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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V35 FPO is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 V35 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 V35 FPO registered?

V35 FPO is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V35 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V35 FPO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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