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V618 KWU

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

75,442 mi
Last recorded75,442 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV618 KWU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 75,442 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 73,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm to drive box (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 73,401 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 70,766 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 69,860 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 68,140 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 62,711 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 25 May 2012 60,815 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 May 2012 60,815 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 56,105 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 49,890 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 13 Mar 2009 42,610 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 38,154 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 29,280 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 26,003 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))

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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V618 KWU is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 V618 KWU, 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 V618 KWU registered?

V618 KWU is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V618 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V618 KWU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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