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L404 ORS

1994 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,950 mi
Last recorded127,950 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL404 ORS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 127,950 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 127,305 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 127,026 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 125,142 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 125,043 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 123,426 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 122,524 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 122,052 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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L404 ORS is a 1994 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 L404 ORS, 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

How do I check the history of L404 ORS?

You can check the full history of L404 ORS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L404 ORS registered?

L404 ORS is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L404 ORS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L404 ORS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L404 ORS have outstanding finance?

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