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M847 LYM

1994 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

70,334 mi
Last recorded70,334 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM847 LYM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 70,334 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 70,334 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 70,334 miles

Offside Rear Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 70,334 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 68,594 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing is a little noisey

Fail 6 Jan 2022 68,594 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear wheel bearing is a little noisey

Pass 16 Dec 2020 67,178 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing a little noisey

Fail 15 Dec 2020 67,178 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing a little noisey

Pass 3 Jan 2020 65,541 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 64,696 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 62,859 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 61,228 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 60,194 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 59,535 miles

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

Oil leak from base of engine.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 59,163 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2013 59,163 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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

advise front abs sensor wire exposed

Pass 18 May 2012 57,104 miles
Fail 7 May 2012 57,104 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 26 May 2011 56,897 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2011 56,897 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2010 56,098 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 24 May 2010 56,098 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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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M847 LYM is a 1994 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M847 LYM, 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

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What year was M847 LYM registered?

M847 LYM is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M847 LYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M847 LYM shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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