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S447 TDP

1999 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,178 mi
Last recorded3,178 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS447 TDP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 3,178 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 16,370 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 16,370 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements quiet (7.7 (c))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 2,933 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 2,933 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 2,474 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 4,869 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 4,379 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 4,169 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 4,100 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 40,044 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 39,014 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,137 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 32,564 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 27,819 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 27,819 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 24,574 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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S447 TDP is a 1999 BMW R Series in White with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S447 TDP, 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 S447 TDP registered?

S447 TDP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S447 TDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S447 TDP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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