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K296 RNR

1993 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,164 mi
Last recorded52,164 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK296 RNR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2025 52,164 miles

Engine has slight oil leak.

Pass 10 May 2024 50,870 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2023 50,280 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 48,728 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slight wear between disc rotors and carriers. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 47,534 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 46,331 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 45,034 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 43,277 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 43,217 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 43,084 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 42,712 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 42,598 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 42,215 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 42,034 miles

Front tyre wearing close to limit.

Rear tyre starting to wear low in centre tread area.

Pass 2 Apr 2010 40,731 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 40,705 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 39,909 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 39,095 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 37,332 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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K296 RNR is a 1993 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 K296 RNR, 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 K296 RNR registered?

K296 RNR is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 April 1993.

Is K296 RNR safe to buy?

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