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S178 JFP

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,949 mi
Last recorded37,949 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS178 JFP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2012 37,949 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 37,929 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 35,792 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 34,438 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 31,342 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 30,083 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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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S178 JFP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 S178 JFP, 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 S178 JFP?

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What year was S178 JFP registered?

S178 JFP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S178 JFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S178 JFP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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