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T156 LLK

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,716 mi
Last recorded37,716 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT156 LLK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 37,716 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 37,685 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 37,664 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 36,882 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 35,830 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 32,624 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 23,624 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 32,376 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 31,594 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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T156 LLK is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T156 LLK, 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 T156 LLK?

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What year was T156 LLK registered?

T156 LLK is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 June 1999.

Is T156 LLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T156 LLK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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