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V863 NRV

1999 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,244 mi
Last recorded79,244 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV863 NRV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 79,244 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 79,084 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 76,329 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 73,270 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,659 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 62,380 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 58,191 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 53,158 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 53,158 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 48,172 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 45,719 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2012 45,719 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 42,766 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 37,595 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 37,595 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2009 36,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2009 36,832 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 35,791 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 33,742 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 31,675 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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V863 NRV is a 1999 BMW R Series in Orange with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 V863 NRV, 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 V863 NRV registered?

V863 NRV is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V863 NRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V863 NRV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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