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DEZ 8505

1993 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,019 mi
Last recorded76,019 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEZ 8505
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 76,019 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 73,730 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 69,438 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 65,908 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 60,285 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 55,973 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 52,580 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 52,097 miles

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 51,613 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 50,738 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 44,470 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

R/H Front Fork Seal Has Slight Leak

Pass 19 Apr 2011 41,503 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 40,937 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2009 40,203 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 37,857 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,182 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 32,321 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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DEZ 8505 is a 1993 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 46,426 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 DEZ 8505, 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 33 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 DEZ 8505 registered?

DEZ 8505 is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 May 1993.

Is DEZ 8505 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEZ 8505 shows 17 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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