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V678 XJV

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,856 mi
Last recorded64,856 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV678 XJV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2018 64,856 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 63,053 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 62,408 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 28 Jun 2010 60,436 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 59,402 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 55,582 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 48,141 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

outer covering on wiring loom perished possibility of wiring rubbing through

water trapped around fuel filler neck-suspect poss blocked drain

Pass 1 Feb 2006 45,495 miles

Inner Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 31 Jan 2006 45,495 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Inner Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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V678 XJV is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V678 XJV, 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 V678 XJV registered?

V678 XJV is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 September 1999.

Is V678 XJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V678 XJV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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