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L626 FVU

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,508 mi
Last recorded56,508 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL626 FVU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 56,508 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 71,797 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 71,345 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 71,016 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 70,066 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 69,076 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 67,148 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 62,183 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2005 55,665 miles

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

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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L626 FVU is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 L626 FVU, 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 L626 FVU?

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What year was L626 FVU registered?

L626 FVU is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 December 1993.

Is L626 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L626 FVU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L626 FVU have outstanding finance?

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