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M649 LRX

1994 BMW K Series

Purple Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,751 mi
Last recorded64,751 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM649 LRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 64,751 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

slight oil leak from bottom of engine

Pass 17 May 2025 56,444 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 56,339 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 56,285 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 55,917 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 54,518 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 53,487 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 51,286 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 48,883 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 48,124 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 46,769 miles

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

o/s abs control unit bracket damaged

Pass 2 Jul 2009 45,879 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 44,728 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 44,728 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 42,218 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 42,218 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 37,844 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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M649 LRX is a 1994 BMW K Series in Purple with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 51,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M649 LRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 32 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M649 LRX registered?

M649 LRX is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M649 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M649 LRX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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