MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,728 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)
Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
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L157 XOU is a 1994 BMW K Series in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1994 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 51,950 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L157 XOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 32 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was L157 XOU registered?
L157 XOU is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 January 1994.
Is L157 XOU safe to buy?
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