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L265 ULX

1994 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

2,403 mi
Last recorded2,403 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW K Series51,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL265 ULX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 2,403 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 2,338 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 2,115 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 1,682 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 1,682 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Mar 2022
Fail 1 Mar 2022

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 3,423 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 1,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019
Fail 29 Mar 2019

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2016 53,088 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 50,956 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 45,544 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

nearside front disc has slight movement

Pass 2 Mar 2012 45,544 miles

nearside front disc has slight movement

Pass 26 Sep 2009 42,969 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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L265 ULX is a 1994 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 L265 ULX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L265 ULX registered?

L265 ULX is a 1994 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 January 1994.

Is L265 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L265 ULX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L265 ULX have outstanding finance?

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