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L27 HYE

1994 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,065 mi
Last recorded55,065 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL27 HYE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2012 55,065 miles

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

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 55,065 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 52,617 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 50,474 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 48,760 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 48,760 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2008 45,442 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 45,414 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2008 45,414 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 40,298 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 33,811 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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L27 HYE is a 1994 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L27 HYE, 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 L27 HYE registered?

L27 HYE is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 June 1994.

Is L27 HYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L27 HYE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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