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L38 HYE

1994 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,511 mi
Last recorded66,511 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL38 HYE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2026 66,511 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 65,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit BOTH SETS OF BRAKE PADS AT THE FRONT N/S AND O/S ARE VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

REAR TYRE UNDER INFLATED (rectified at the VTS)

Pass 10 Apr 2024 61,155 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 61,069 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 60,698 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 60,361 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 59,592 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 58,807 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 57,122 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 54,484 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 53,064 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 52,421 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 51,024 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 50,424 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 49,508 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 47,575 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 45,458 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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L38 HYE is a 1994 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L38 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L38 HYE registered?

L38 HYE is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 May 1994.

Is L38 HYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L38 HYE shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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