MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,031 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Oil leak
Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Oil leak
fully floating front discs slight play
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V953 ETA is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 V953 ETA, 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.
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What year was V953 ETA registered?
V953 ETA is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 September 1999.
Is V953 ETA safe to buy?
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