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V877 JAL

1999 BMW R Series

Purple Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

77,392 mi
Last recorded77,392 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV877 JAL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 77,392 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 77,390 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2025 73,254 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 70,612 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 67,523 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 65,622 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 62,470 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 60,939 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 60,112 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 60,089 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 25 May 2017 60,089 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2016 59,052 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2016 59,052 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 57,733 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2015 57,733 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 56,594 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 52,525 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,675 miles

Have rear wheel/drive bearing play checked at next service (should have slight play)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 42,099 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 39,769 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 36,066 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 32,263 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 28,018 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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V877 JAL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Purple with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 V877 JAL, 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 V877 JAL registered?

V877 JAL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is V877 JAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V877 JAL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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