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V862 JEG

1999 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,258 mi
Last recorded63,258 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV862 JEG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2025 63,258 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 60,243 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 57,365 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 54,643 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 51,251 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 49,162 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 45,660 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 42,532 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 38,164 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 33,807 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 29,307 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 27,645 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 27,579 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 26,680 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 23,869 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 20,710 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 14,556 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 11,501 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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V862 JEG is a 1999 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V862 JEG, 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 V862 JEG?

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What year was V862 JEG registered?

V862 JEG is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V862 JEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V862 JEG shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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