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K964 HWE

1993 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,391 mi
Last recorded43,391 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK964 HWE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 43,391 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 42,833 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 42,078 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 40,374 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort drum brake (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 40,374 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation is the wrong way (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort drum brake (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements had stick on letters now has been removed (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 38,968 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 38,953 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 38,926 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 38,757 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,687 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 38,683 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,602 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 38,589 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 38,589 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,473 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 38,473 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 38,371 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 38,368 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 38,368 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2008 38,221 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,134 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 38,039 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 37,903 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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K964 HWE is a 1993 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 K964 HWE, 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 K964 HWE?

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What year was K964 HWE registered?

K964 HWE is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 May 1993.

Is K964 HWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K964 HWE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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