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V893 PDV

1999 BMW R Series

Bronze Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,638 mi
Last recorded1,638 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV893 PDV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 1,638 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

abs warning light on

Pass 28 Jun 2018 1,055 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 857 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 51,466 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 49,926 miles

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

Rear brake disc has slight free play in mounting rivets

Rear brake pads low

Pass 12 Mar 2014 45,595 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,058 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 40,698 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 40,679 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2010 32,683 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 32,683 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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V893 PDV is a 1999 BMW R Series in Bronze with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 V893 PDV, 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 V893 PDV registered?

V893 PDV is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V893 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V893 PDV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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