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V440 RBK

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,932 mi
Last recorded78,932 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV440 RBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 78,932 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fuel cap seal perished

Pass 7 Aug 2024 68,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rusty (1.1.13 (a))

Fuel cap seal perished

Fail 1 Aug 2024 68,633 miles

Headlamp aim too low 2 inches approx. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rusty (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fuel cap seal perished

Pass 26 Aug 2021 67,832 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 67,754 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 59,509 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Mar 2017 52,077 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 41,989 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 40,448 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 38,650 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 37,602 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 34,845 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 32,761 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 29,597 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 26,903 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 24,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2008 24,091 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 23,085 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 23,085 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 19,164 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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V440 RBK 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 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 V440 RBK, 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 V440 RBK registered?

V440 RBK is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V440 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V440 RBK 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.

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