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K173 HUM

1993 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,419 mi
Last recorded73,419 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK173 HUM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 73,419 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 72,109 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 72,083 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2016 70,560 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 69,962 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 67,685 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2014 67,685 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 67,060 miles

small amount of play in rear wheel.

Pass 13 Aug 2011 64,932 miles

no number plate light

Pass 17 Jul 2010 63,481 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 62,206 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 58,642 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 58,642 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 53,090 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 50,405 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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K173 HUM is a 1993 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 46,426 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 K173 HUM, 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 33 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 K173 HUM registered?

K173 HUM is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 April 1993.

Is K173 HUM safe to buy?

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