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V854 JBH

1999 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

72,253 mi
Last recorded72,253 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV854 JBH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 72,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2023 71,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 65,747 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 65,747 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 52,335 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 52,200 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 50,969 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 509,031 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 50,873 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2014 49,003 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 47,805 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 47,805 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 47,690 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2011 44,808 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 44,808 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 40,015 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 38,685 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 36,107 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 32,113 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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V854 JBH is a 1999 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 V854 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 V854 JBH registered?

V854 JBH is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 November 1999.

Is V854 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V854 JBH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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