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K920 KYB

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,449 mi
Last recorded26,449 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK920 KYB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 26,449 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 24,245 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 24,227 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 23,119 miles

front disc worn bobins

Pass 15 Sep 2012 22,304 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 21,574 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 21,550 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 May 2010 21,388 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake lever switch slightly sticky

Fail 23 Apr 2009 21,333 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,333 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 21,074 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 20,784 miles

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

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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K920 KYB is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K920 KYB, 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 K920 KYB registered?

K920 KYB is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 April 1993.

Is K920 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K920 KYB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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