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L704 LKW

1993 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,996 mi
Last recorded102,996 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL704 LKW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 102,996 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 102,256 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 102,133 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 101,991 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 101,984 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 101,744 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 101,731 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 10,172 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 29 Jun 2015 10,172 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2011 98,771 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 98,771 miles

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2010 98,266 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 97,067 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2007 95,218 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 9,413 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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L704 LKW is a 1993 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 L704 LKW, 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.

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What year was L704 LKW registered?

L704 LKW is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 October 1993.

Is L704 LKW safe to buy?

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