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K328 SKM

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,556 mi
Last recorded61,556 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK328 SKM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 61,556 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 61,504 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 61,500 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 61,488 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 61,487 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 61,478 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 61,373 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 61,231 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 61,214 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2017 60,950 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 57,610 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 57,077 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 56,230 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 53,832 miles

Slight Play In Floating front brake Discs

Pass 20 Jul 2012 51,841 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 50,932 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 48,789 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 48,676 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

front brake discs rivets worn

Pass 27 Jun 2008 48,483 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 47,651 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 44,404 miles

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

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

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

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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K328 SKM is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K328 SKM, 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

How do I check the history of K328 SKM?

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What year was K328 SKM registered?

K328 SKM is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 April 1993.

Is K328 SKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K328 SKM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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