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L223 HYH

1994 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,895 mi
Last recorded97,895 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL223 HYH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 97,895 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 97,594 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

No passengers rear seat not fitted

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2011 97,580 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

No passengers rear seat not fitted

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 97,011 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2008 94,193 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 92,875 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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L223 HYH is a 1994 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L223 HYH, 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.

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What year was L223 HYH registered?

L223 HYH is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 June 1994.

Is L223 HYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L223 HYH shows 6 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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