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V821 LGF

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,504 mi
Last recorded26,504 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV821 LGF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 26,504 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 26,335 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 26,335 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 23,726 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 23,364 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 23,484 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 22,653 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 21,945 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 21,247 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 20,549 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 19,848 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 18,297 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 17,451 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 15,404 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 14,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 12,153 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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V821 LGF is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 V821 LGF, 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 V821 LGF?

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What year was V821 LGF registered?

V821 LGF is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V821 LGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V821 LGF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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