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L201 KSX

1994 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,703 mi
Last recorded65,703 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL201 KSX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 65,703 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 65,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 62,247 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 59,606 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 59,606 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 56,000 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 44,782 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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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L201 KSX is a 1994 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,692 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 L201 KSX, 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 32 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 L201 KSX?

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What year was L201 KSX registered?

L201 KSX is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 February 1994.

Is L201 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L201 KSX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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