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V379 EAL

1999 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,306 mi
Last recorded17,306 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV379 EAL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 17,306 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 16,911 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 16,904 miles

Brake performance not tested rear brake stuck on and rear flex bulging under pressure (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 15,200 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 14,999 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 14,416 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 14,238 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 14,185 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 14,185 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 14,143 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 13,501 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 11,336 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 11,328 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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V379 EAL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V379 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 V379 EAL registered?

V379 EAL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V379 EAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V379 EAL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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