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V939 SWL

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,368 mi
Last recorded23,368 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV939 SWL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 May 2023 23,368 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 23,255 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,514 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 17,625 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 15,184 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007
Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,407 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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V939 SWL is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 V939 SWL, 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 V939 SWL?

You can check the full history of V939 SWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V939 SWL registered?

V939 SWL is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 October 1999.

Is V939 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V939 SWL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V939 SWL have outstanding finance?

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