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L317 KBW

1994 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,914 mi
Last recorded27,914 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL317 KBW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 27,914 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 22,636 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 22,348 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 22,056 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 27,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Apr 2021 21,979 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure front mudguard assembly (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 20,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 20,555 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 20,487 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 20,410 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 19,556 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 19,196 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 19,196 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 19,146 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 18,954 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 18,598 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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L317 KBW is a 1994 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L317 KBW, 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 L317 KBW registered?

L317 KBW is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 February 1994.

Is L317 KBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L317 KBW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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