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M826 XWA

1995 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,133 mi
Last recorded49,133 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM826 XWA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 49,133 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 47,435 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 47,435 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 46,049 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 44,400 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 42,528 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2010 41,016 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 41,016 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 39,162 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 37,788 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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M826 XWA is a 1995 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M826 XWA, 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 XWA registered?

M826 XWA is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 May 1995.

Is M826 XWA safe to buy?

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