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K161 YRD

1993 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,752 mi
Last recorded88,752 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK161 YRD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 88,752 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 88,752 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 4 May 2016 88,742 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 88,734 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 88,639 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 87,700 miles

Centre Stand does not return

Fail 22 Nov 2011 87,686 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Centre Stand does not return

Rear Pads not visible

Pass 6 Oct 2010 81,908 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 79,021 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 79,021 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 78,975 miles

Front mudguard fixing lug broken.

Fail 19 Jun 2008 78,975 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front mudguard fixing lug broken.

Pass 11 Jun 2007 78,608 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 78,608 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 77,111 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 77,111 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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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K161 YRD is a 1993 BMW R Series in White with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 K161 YRD, 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 K161 YRD registered?

K161 YRD is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 June 1993.

Is K161 YRD safe to buy?

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