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K381 MSN

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,277 mi
Last recorded62,277 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK381 MSN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2020 62,277 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 61,681 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 61,134 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 61,109 miles

slight play in rear bevel box pivot.

Pass 7 Mar 2013 61,053 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 60,683 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 59,567 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 May 2009 56,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 54,503 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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K381 MSN is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K381 MSN, 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

How do I check the history of K381 MSN?

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What year was K381 MSN registered?

K381 MSN is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 April 1993.

Is K381 MSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K381 MSN shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K381 MSN have outstanding finance?

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