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L216 PUB

1994 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,012 mi
Last recorded62,012 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL216 PUB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 62,012 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 61,752 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 58,698 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 58,528 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 58,123 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 57,672 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 56,884 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 54,609 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 50,758 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 49,776 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 49,776 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 49,193 miles

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

corosion on rear brake hose feruule

front brake pad edges deteriated

slight bind on front brake

Pass 11 Jul 2014 48,550 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Jul 2011 48,347 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 48,251 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 47,893 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 47,858 miles

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brakes binding slightly.

Nail in rear tyre.

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 47,028 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 46,841 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 42,787 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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L216 PUB is a 1994 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 L216 PUB, 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

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What year was L216 PUB registered?

L216 PUB is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 March 1994.

Is L216 PUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L216 PUB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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