MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
99,558 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
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C294 BUV is a 1985 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
Across all 1985 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 48,163 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 C294 BUV, 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 41 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C294 BUV registered?
C294 BUV is a 1985 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 September 1985.
Is C294 BUV safe to buy?
The MOT history for C294 BUV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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