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V376 EAL

1999 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,985 mi
Last recorded8,985 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV376 EAL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 8,985 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 8,778 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 8,472 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 8,265 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 8,265 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 8,252 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 7,884 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 7,749 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 7,735 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 7,579 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 7,247 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,565 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 6,565 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 5,876 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 5,830 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 4,764 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 4,764 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 4,611 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 4,364 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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V376 EAL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V376 EAL, 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 V376 EAL registered?

V376 EAL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V376 EAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V376 EAL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V376 EAL have outstanding finance?

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