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V96 EHU

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,992 mi
Last recorded35,992 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV96 EHU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 35,992 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 35,447 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 34,539 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 33,682 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 32,550 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 31,600 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 26,996 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 26,971 miles

rear tyre wall starting to perish.

Fail 27 Jun 2016 26,971 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

rear tyre wall starting to perish.

Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,900 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 26,893 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 26,639 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 26,636 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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V96 EHU is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 V96 EHU, 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 V96 EHU?

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What year was V96 EHU registered?

V96 EHU is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V96 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V96 EHU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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