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V391 CNV

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

3,485 mi
Last recorded3,485 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV391 CNV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2021 3,485 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 3,462 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 3,462 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 3,409 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 3,400 miles

Offside Rear indicator secured with tape

Pass 17 Jun 2017 3,391 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 3,379 miles

offside rear indicator slightly insecure

Fail 27 May 2016 3,379 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

offside rear indicator slightly insecure

Pass 16 Jun 2015 3,358 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 3,284 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 3,284 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,240 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 3,182 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,075 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 3,010 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 2,880 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 2,750 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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V391 CNV is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 V391 CNV, 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 V391 CNV?

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What year was V391 CNV registered?

V391 CNV is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V391 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V391 CNV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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