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L749 TTL

1993 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,645 mi
Last recorded59,645 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL749 TTL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 59,645 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 59,413 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 58,532 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 58,285 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 57,782 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 57,782 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 56,017 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 55,093 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 50,182 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 50,171 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 20 May 2008 44,141 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 44,141 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 43,121 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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L749 TTL is a 1993 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 L749 TTL, 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 L749 TTL registered?

L749 TTL is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L749 TTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L749 TTL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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