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M875 VNM

1995 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,168 mi
Last recorded50,168 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM875 VNM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 50,168 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 49,893 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 49,893 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 49,695 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 49,394 miles

Front Front tyre showing signs of age

Pass 15 Oct 2021 48,975 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 48,554 miles

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 48,038 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 47,718 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,475 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 45,034 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 45,031 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 8 May 2010 44,618 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 42,604 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 41,288 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 39,478 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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M875 VNM is a 1995 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M875 VNM, 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 M875 VNM registered?

M875 VNM is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 June 1995.

Is M875 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M875 VNM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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