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L562 GND

1993 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,479 mi
Last recorded63,479 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL562 GND
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 63,479 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 63,344 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 63,223 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 63,223 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 62,837 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 62,252 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 61,384 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 59,789 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 57,657 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 57,627 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2015 54,865 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 53,904 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 28 May 2013 53,904 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 53,154 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 53,067 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 53,067 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 52,810 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 51,581 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 47,591 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 44,090 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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L562 GND is a 1993 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L562 GND, 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 L562 GND registered?

L562 GND is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L562 GND safe to buy?

The MOT history for L562 GND shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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