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M68 UAU

1995 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

75,043 mi
Last recorded75,043 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM68 UAU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 75,043 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 74,401 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 74,401 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 73,991 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 73,273 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 72,284 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 71,610 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 70,940 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 69,701 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 68,227 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 66,834 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 64,636 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 63,067 miles

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

back box loose

Fail 29 Jul 2011 63,059 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

back box loose

Fail 13 Jul 2010 60,451 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 60,451 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 57,334 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 53,586 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2008 53,508 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 49,721 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 44,388 miles

o/s/f indicatorlens cracked

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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M68 UAU is a 1995 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 M68 UAU, 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 M68 UAU registered?

M68 UAU is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M68 UAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M68 UAU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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