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L883 MWY

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,985 mi
Last recorded63,985 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL883 MWY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 63,985 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 63,910 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 63,013 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 60,174 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 52,217 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 51,037 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 50,887 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 50,705 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 50,701 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 50,697 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 50,675 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 50,627 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 50,627 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 50,597 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 50,569 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 50,519 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,486 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 50,373 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 49,773 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 47,176 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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L883 MWY is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L883 MWY, 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 L883 MWY?

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What year was L883 MWY registered?

L883 MWY is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 October 1993.

Is L883 MWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L883 MWY shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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