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T149 LAN

1999 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,746 mi
Last recorded53,746 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT149 LAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 53,746 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 53,746 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 50,951 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 44,470 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 40,632 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 35,450 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,478 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,994 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 24,603 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,485 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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T149 LAN is a 1999 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T149 LAN, 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 T149 LAN registered?

T149 LAN is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 April 1999.

Is T149 LAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T149 LAN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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