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V691 EGM

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,070 mi
Last recorded21,070 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV691 EGM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 21,070 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 20,871 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 20,865 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 20,859 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 20,505 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 20,078 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 20,078 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 17,482 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 14,251 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 11,879 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 9,997 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 9,997 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 9,793 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 9,783 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 9,773 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 9,746 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 9,722 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,640 miles

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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V691 EGM is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 V691 EGM, 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 V691 EGM registered?

V691 EGM is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 December 1999.

Is V691 EGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V691 EGM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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