MOT Status
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69,065 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect led bulbs installed (4.1.2 (c))
Throttle operating incorrectly engine rpm increases on full right steering lock. (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
slight bind at front
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
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V953 FGE is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 FGE, 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 FGE registered?
V953 FGE is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 September 1999.
Is V953 FGE safe to buy?
The MOT history for V953 FGE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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