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SY66 LJJ

2016 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,098 mi
Last recorded9,098 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW R Series15,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY66 LJJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 9,098 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 8,332 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 7,317 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 6,647 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 4,702 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 3,535 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 2,284 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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SY66 LJJ is a 2016 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.3% with a typical mileage of 15,065 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 SY66 LJJ, 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 10 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY66 LJJ registered?

SY66 LJJ is a 2016 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 September 2016.

Is SY66 LJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY66 LJJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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