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M826 TPP

1995 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,508 mi
Last recorded51,508 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM826 TPP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 51,508 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 49,726 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 46,695 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 46,665 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 46,201 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil offside & nearside front stauntions (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 46,150 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 45,653 miles

cowlings & covers obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jun 2015 44,420 miles

fairings & shields obscuring some components

Pass 15 Jul 2014 43,967 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 43,878 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 43,640 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 43,432 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 43,218 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 42,332 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 41,741 miles

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

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

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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M826 TPP is a 1995 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M826 TPP, 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 M826 TPP registered?

M826 TPP is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1995.

Is M826 TPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M826 TPP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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