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V587 TVV

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,149 mi
Last recorded92,149 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV587 TVV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 92,149 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 90,071 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 88,867 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 86,740 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 86,088 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 85,270 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 83,493 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 83,493 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 79,475 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 78,167 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 75,158 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 74,473 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 72,334 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 71,051 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 68,269 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 60,512 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 56,755 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 51,558 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 48,208 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Feb 2006 48,208 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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V587 TVV 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 90%.

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 V587 TVV, 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 V587 TVV registered?

V587 TVV is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is V587 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V587 TVV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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