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K172 HUM

1993 BMW R Series

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,347 mi
Last recorded81,347 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK172 HUM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 May 2018 81,347 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

small cut in rear tyre but not deep enough to see the cords

Pass 6 Sep 2016 17,980 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 73,492 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

rear brake travel border line pass.

Fail 13 Aug 2015 73,484 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

rear brake travel border line pass.

Pass 13 Aug 2014 71,204 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 71,203 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 69,982 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 58,824 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 46,996 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 38,267 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 37,467 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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K172 HUM is a 1993 BMW R Series in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K172 HUM, 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 K172 HUM registered?

K172 HUM is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 March 1993.

Is K172 HUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K172 HUM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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