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E940 WCL

1988 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,265 mi
Last recorded33,265 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW R Series29,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE940 WCL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 May 2026 33,265 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 33,253 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 33,240 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 33,233 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 11,147 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 11,570 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 17,996 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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E940 WCL is a 1988 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 29,023 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 E940 WCL, 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 38 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 E940 WCL?

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What year was E940 WCL registered?

E940 WCL is a 1988 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E940 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E940 WCL 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.

Does E940 WCL have outstanding finance?

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