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V447 DNA

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,960 mi
Last recorded62,960 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV447 DNA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 62,960 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 62,098 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 61,536 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 59,054 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 57,236 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 52,412 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 46,979 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 42,511 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 39,351 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 33,559 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2008 24,240 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2008 24,240 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 15,980 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 12,888 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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V447 DNA is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V447 DNA, 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 V447 DNA registered?

V447 DNA is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 September 1999.

Is V447 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V447 DNA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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