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M59 XJO

1995 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

94,826 mi
Last recorded94,826 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM59 XJO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 94,826 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 93,774 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 92,728 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 89,282 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 85,399 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 81,501 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Left and right rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 78,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 75,633 miles

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

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 73,229 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 69,745 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 69,737 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 31,287 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Mar 2016 66,340 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Dec 2014 65,979 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 64,280 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 64,280 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 62,503 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2009 62,503 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 57,181 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2008 57,181 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 54,206 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 52,529 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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M59 XJO is a 1995 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 44,959 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 M59 XJO, 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 31 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 M59 XJO registered?

M59 XJO is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 1995.

Is M59 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M59 XJO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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