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J50 MDC

1995 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,182 mi
Last recorded20,182 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 MDC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 20,182 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 19,740 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 19,407 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 19,098 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 18,736 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 18,736 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2013 18,723 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 18,599 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 18,504 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 18,294 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,196 miles

Front Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Slight damage to R/H steering stop.

Pass 9 May 2008 18,151 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 May 2007 18,146 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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J50 MDC is a 1995 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J50 MDC, 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 J50 MDC registered?

J50 MDC is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 August 1995.

Is J50 MDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J50 MDC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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