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V513 EYB

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,680 mi
Last recorded52,680 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV513 EYB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 52,680 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 52,625 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 48,151 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 42,580 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 42,580 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 38,059 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 38,059 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 30,887 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 30,887 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 25,682 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 23,560 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 22,024 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 20,055 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 18,279 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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V513 EYB is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V513 EYB, 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 V513 EYB?

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What year was V513 EYB registered?

V513 EYB is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V513 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V513 EYB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V513 EYB have outstanding finance?

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