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V846 JGW

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,940 mi
Last recorded52,940 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV846 JGW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 52,940 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 52,461 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 51,743 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 51,500 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 51,351 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 48,354 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 48,354 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 43,958 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 37,095 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 35,105 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 32,125 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 31,857 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 31,386 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 30,528 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 29,226 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 28,762 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 27,778 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2010 27,777 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 26,194 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 24,365 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 444 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 22,941 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 21,325 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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V846 JGW is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 V846 JGW, 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 V846 JGW registered?

V846 JGW is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V846 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V846 JGW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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