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W149 RWS

2000 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,523 mi
Last recorded22,523 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R Series36,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW149 RWS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 22,523 miles

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

Lower sump guard slightly loose , but safe

Pass 23 Dec 2024 19,138 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 17,646 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 17,646 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 16,840 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 14,848 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 6,034 miles

Front tyre perishing in tread

Rear tyre perishing in tread

Pass 23 Mar 2020 5,979 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 5,931 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 5,811 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 5,617 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 5,512 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 5,420 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 820 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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W149 RWS is a 2000 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 W149 RWS, 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 W149 RWS registered?

W149 RWS is a 2000 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W149 RWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W149 RWS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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