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L230 GYP

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,829 mi
Last recorded49,829 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL230 GYP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 49,829 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 49,101 miles

Side fairing missing at time of test from both sides of motor cycle

Pass 23 Apr 2015 49,032 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 48,846 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 48,698 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 48,507 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 48,105 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 46,573 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 42,801 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 39,575 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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L230 GYP is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L230 GYP, 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 L230 GYP registered?

L230 GYP is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 November 1993.

Is L230 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L230 GYP shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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