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V61 DBR

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,235 mi
Last recorded41,235 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV61 DBR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2011 41,235 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 41,193 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 39,967 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 39,967 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2009 38,935 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 35,718 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 31,342 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 25,333 miles

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

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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V61 DBR is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V61 DBR, 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 V61 DBR?

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What year was V61 DBR registered?

V61 DBR is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V61 DBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V61 DBR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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