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L24 KSO

1993 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

30,779 mi
Last recorded30,779 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL24 KSO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 30,779 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2025 29,449 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2024 28,092 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 27,494 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 26,191 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 26,191 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wheel and tyre fitted in reverse (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 25,664 miles

engine oily on bottom

Pass 9 Aug 2019 25,241 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 23,154 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2017 22,287 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 20,830 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 19,148 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 17,304 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 15,858 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 15,630 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 15,273 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,820 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 14,451 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 13,707 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 12,839 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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L24 KSO is a 1993 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L24 KSO, 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 L24 KSO registered?

L24 KSO is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 August 1993.

Is L24 KSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L24 KSO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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