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K54 XVS

1993 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,974 mi
Last recorded75,974 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK54 XVS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 75,974 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 75,940 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 75,937 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 75,934 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 75,788 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 75,316 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 75,316 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam replaced relay (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 75,254 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 75,254 miles

Central Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on fit new bulb (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 74,827 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 74,827 miles

Fuel hose leaking fuel hose perished and leaking. Replaced (7.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 74,714 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 74,380 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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K54 XVS is a 1993 BMW R Series in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 K54 XVS, 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 K54 XVS?

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What year was K54 XVS registered?

K54 XVS is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 January 1993.

Is K54 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K54 XVS shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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