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L243 OWU

1993 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,590 mi
Last recorded43,590 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL243 OWU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 43,590 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 41,011 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 39,885 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 39,282 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 38,609 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 37,963 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 37,367 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 36,831 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 35,829 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 34,478 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 30,723 miles

A B S Lamp lit

Pass 20 Sep 2012 30,618 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 30,447 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 30,340 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 30,135 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 29,943 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 29,634 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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L243 OWU is a 1993 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 L243 OWU, 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 L243 OWU?

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What year was L243 OWU registered?

L243 OWU is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L243 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L243 OWU shows 17 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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