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L329 HHV

1994 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,219 mi
Last recorded69,219 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL329 HHV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 69,219 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 68,368 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 66,696 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 62,815 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 60,769 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 59,795 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 58,561 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 57,148 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 57,148 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 56,284 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 55,314 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 55,296 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 54,693 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 53,455 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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L329 HHV is a 1994 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L329 HHV, 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 L329 HHV registered?

L329 HHV is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1994.

Is L329 HHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L329 HHV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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