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L830 VLM

1993 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,510 mi
Last recorded59,510 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL830 VLM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2019 59,510 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 57,327 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 54,977 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 54,958 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 54,745 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 53,587 miles

Front centre shock absorber has slight play in lower bush

Pass 19 Aug 2011 52,983 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 52,409 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 52,186 miles

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

N/S/F indicator lense cracked

N/S/R indicator previously repaired

Pass 6 Sep 2008 51,921 miles

Front tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Nearside front fork leg dust seal starting to perish

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear tyre tread pattern squared off

Pass 26 Jun 2007 49,164 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 48,384 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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L830 VLM is a 1993 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 L830 VLM, 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 L830 VLM registered?

L830 VLM is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 October 1993.

Is L830 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L830 VLM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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