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M766 VBV

1995 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,229 mi
Last recorded33,229 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM766 VBV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 33,229 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 32,092 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2022 32,027 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

offside fairing fouling exhaust downpipe

Pass 8 Aug 2013 31,299 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 30,972 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 30,256 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 29,435 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 29,435 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 26,543 miles

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

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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M766 VBV is a 1995 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M766 VBV, 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.

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What year was M766 VBV registered?

M766 VBV is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 April 1995.

Is M766 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M766 VBV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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