MOT Status
ValidMileage
15,073 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake excessively binding 25kg before brake applied (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Position lamp not working side light in-op (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Position lamp not working rear light in-op (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp not working when handbrake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
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V973 FGE is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
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 V973 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 V973 FGE registered?
V973 FGE is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 November 1999.
Is V973 FGE safe to buy?
The MOT history for V973 FGE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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