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M833 VRN

1995 BMW R Series

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,786 mi
Last recorded42,786 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM833 VRN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 42,786 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 42,473 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 42,199 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2024 42,199 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 41,827 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 41,211 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 40,744 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 39,646 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 39,054 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 37,914 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 37,904 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 37,213 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 37,213 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 36,747 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 35,969 miles

front brake binding slightly

rear tyre low tread

Pass 28 Feb 2014 33,087 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 32,706 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 32,512 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 32,244 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006

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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M833 VRN is a 1995 BMW R Series in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 M833 VRN, 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

How do I check the history of M833 VRN?

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What year was M833 VRN registered?

M833 VRN is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 April 1995.

Is M833 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M833 VRN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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