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M825 ERG

1994 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,303 mi
Last recorded50,303 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM825 ERG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 50,303 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 49,768 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 49,061 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 45,122 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 45,083 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 40,412 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 36,381 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake lever deteriorated , brake can still be readily applied

Pass 4 Jun 2019 34,354 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 31,275 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,777 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed to caliper (3.2.B3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 19,528 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 16,099 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 15,085 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,932 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 14,322 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 13,368 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 12,762 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 12,762 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,609 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 12,205 miles

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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M825 ERG is a 1994 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M825 ERG, 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

How do I check the history of M825 ERG?

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What year was M825 ERG registered?

M825 ERG is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 August 1994.

Is M825 ERG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M825 ERG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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