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V988 DUJ

1999 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,182 mi
Last recorded51,182 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV988 DUJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 51,182 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2025 51,182 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 50,323 miles

Central Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 50,153 miles

Central Front Upper Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Rear Lower Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 47,458 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 44,888 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 44,800 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 39,376 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 34,771 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 34,631 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 30,262 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,450 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 15,117 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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V988 DUJ is a 1999 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V988 DUJ, 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

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What year was V988 DUJ registered?

V988 DUJ is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V988 DUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V988 DUJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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