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L860 DDB

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,242 mi
Last recorded52,242 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL860 DDB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2026 52,242 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 52,219 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 52,199 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 52,180 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 52,160 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 52,135 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 52,084 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 52,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 51,844 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 51,786 miles

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Pass 19 Mar 2016 50,723 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 48,346 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 47,755 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 43,034 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 38,628 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 37,569 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 37,233 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 36,818 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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L860 DDB is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 L860 DDB, 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 L860 DDB?

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What year was L860 DDB registered?

L860 DDB is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 August 1993.

Is L860 DDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L860 DDB shows 18 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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