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L231 XLT

1994 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,662 mi
Last recorded34,662 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL231 XLT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 34,662 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 33,786 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 33,051 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 32,767 miles

Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 28,257 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 27,662 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 27,662 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 27,662 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Oct 2009 27,662 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 27,662 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 26,895 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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L231 XLT is a 1994 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L231 XLT, 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 L231 XLT?

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What year was L231 XLT registered?

L231 XLT is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L231 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L231 XLT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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