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V714 JRR

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

61,021 mi
Last recorded61,021 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV714 JRR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 61,021 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 49,699 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 49,538 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 49,240 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 48,924 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 48,878 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 47,891 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 47,509 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 47,463 miles

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

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 46,748 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 46,748 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 45,213 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 44,721 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 43,154 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 40,226 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,302 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 33,464 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 28,824 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 23,799 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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V714 JRR is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 V714 JRR, 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 V714 JRR?

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What year was V714 JRR registered?

V714 JRR is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V714 JRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V714 JRR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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