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V836 JDD

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,896 mi
Last recorded48,896 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV836 JDD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 48,896 miles

Central Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 48,689 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 48,564 miles

Central Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 47,474 miles

Front ball joint rubber split

Pass 22 Sep 2021 46,914 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 45,920 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 45,409 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 45,208 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 45,060 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 45,002 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 45,002 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 44,931 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2014 44,706 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 44,706 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 44,507 miles

Slight play in final drive trunion bearings

Pass 13 Sep 2012 43,604 miles

Play evident in rear final drive trunion bearings

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 43,132 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 43,106 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

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

inlet rubbers missing both sides

Pass 17 Sep 2010 42,987 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2010 42,961 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2009 41,214 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 41,214 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 39,873 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 37,040 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 34,939 miles

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

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
Full BMW R Series reliability report

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V836 JDD is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V836 JDD, 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 V836 JDD registered?

V836 JDD is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V836 JDD safe to buy?

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