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M686 BBY

1995 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,704 mi
Last recorded115,704 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM686 BBY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2010 115,704 miles

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

slight play in rear drive bearing.

Pass 16 Mar 2009 112,217 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 107,356 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 100,552 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 96,529 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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M686 BBY is a 1995 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M686 BBY, 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 M686 BBY registered?

M686 BBY is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M686 BBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M686 BBY shows 5 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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