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V851 JBH

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,392 mi
Last recorded54,392 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV851 JBH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 54,392 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 51,292 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 46,450 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 46,422 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 44,773 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 42,846 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 36,541 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 28,847 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 25,400 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 19,684 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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V851 JBH is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V851 JBH, 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 V851 JBH registered?

V851 JBH is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V851 JBH safe to buy?

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