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V586 RBK

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

91,199 mi
Last recorded91,199 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV586 RBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 91,199 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 91,119 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 91,119 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 91,097 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 91,088 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 90,799 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 90,538 miles

SLIGHT CRACK IN EXHAUST

WIRING HARNESS PERRISHED

Fail 27 Jun 2014 90,538 miles

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

SLIGHT CRACK IN EXHAUST

WIRING HARNESS PERRISHED

Pass 11 Jun 2013 89,703 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 89,501 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 88,218 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 88,218 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2010 85,666 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 85,666 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 85,654 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 77,626 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 77,626 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 58,535 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2005 47,431 miles

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

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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V586 RBK is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 V586 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 V586 RBK registered?

V586 RBK is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V586 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V586 RBK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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