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L761 AKO

1993 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,755 mi
Last recorded2,755 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL761 AKO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 2,755 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 2,442 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 2,039 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 2,038 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016
Pass 3 Sep 2014 38,609 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 37,542 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 37,542 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 37,326 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

offside bar end missing

Pass 28 Sep 2012 37,326 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

offside bar end missing

Pass 1 Sep 2011 37,130 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 37,129 miles

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

front tyre perished

Fail 2 Sep 2010 36,723 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,723 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 36,084 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 35,952 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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L761 AKO is a 1993 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L761 AKO, 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 L761 AKO registered?

L761 AKO is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 1993.

Is L761 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L761 AKO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L761 AKO have outstanding finance?

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