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K429 RDS

1993 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,231 mi
Last recorded1,231 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK429 RDS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 1,231 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 1,120 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 1,048 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 861 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 645 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2022 645 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 435 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 412 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2019 233 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised and weight off ground (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 136 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 37 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 26,810 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 26,810 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 26,795 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 26,724 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 26,542 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 26,399 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 26,346 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 29,093 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 25,759 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 25,713 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 May 2008 25,587 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 25,104 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 24,541 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 24,471 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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K429 RDS is a 1993 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K429 RDS, 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 K429 RDS?

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What year was K429 RDS registered?

K429 RDS is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 May 1993.

Is K429 RDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K429 RDS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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