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V988 DGT

2000 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,445 mi
Last recorded60,445 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV988 DGT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 60,445 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 59,659 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 59,409 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 57,324 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 54,785 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 53,680 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 53,386 miles

front tyre perished and cracking

rear light lens damaged

Pass 5 Apr 2019 50,985 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 48,111 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 46,408 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 46,406 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 46,318 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 44,030 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 41,462 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 41,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 39,318 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 39,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2012 37,238 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 34,552 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 32,596 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 29,877 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 27,850 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 24,894 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 22,478 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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V988 DGT is a 2000 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,642 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 V988 DGT, 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 26 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V988 DGT registered?

V988 DGT is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is V988 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V988 DGT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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