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L711 YDX

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,594 mi
Last recorded27,594 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL711 YDX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 27,594 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 27,559 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 27,447 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 26,744 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 21,547 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 20,809 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 19,499 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,101 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,751 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 18,422 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 16,565 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 15,573 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,573 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,947 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,497 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 10,917 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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L711 YDX is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 L711 YDX, 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 L711 YDX?

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What year was L711 YDX registered?

L711 YDX is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 December 1993.

Is L711 YDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L711 YDX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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