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S495 AWP

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,604 mi
Last recorded9,604 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS495 AWP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 9,604 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 9,493 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 8,904 miles

Front pads corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2022 8,504 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 8,238 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 7,647 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 7,236 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 5,523 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 2,526 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 2,518 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 1,828 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 1,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2007 1,085 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 1,040 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 16,974 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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S495 AWP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 S495 AWP, 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 S495 AWP registered?

S495 AWP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S495 AWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S495 AWP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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