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L107 VVL

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,890 mi
Last recorded67,890 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL107 VVL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 67,890 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 67,885 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 67,885 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 67,214 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 67,211 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 66,753 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 66,444 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 65,185 miles

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

Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 May 2014 65,185 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 61,735 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 57,594 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 54,011 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 52,914 miles

rear swing arm slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2008 47,568 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 42,827 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 40,869 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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L107 VVL is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L107 VVL, 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 L107 VVL registered?

L107 VVL is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 1993.

Is L107 VVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L107 VVL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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