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L294 JGS

1993 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,097 mi
Last recorded35,097 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL294 JGS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 35,097 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 34,920 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 34,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 33,505 miles

REAR TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING ON SIDEWALLS

Pass 4 May 2017 32,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 May 2016 32,039 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,390 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 28,663 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 28,197 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 28,148 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 27,562 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 27,562 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2007 26,850 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 25,736 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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L294 JGS is a 1993 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 L294 JGS, 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 L294 JGS registered?

L294 JGS is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 December 1993.

Is L294 JGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L294 JGS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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