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L415 WCC

1994 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,314 mi
Last recorded127,314 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL415 WCC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 127,314 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2024 127,314 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 127,086 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 126,775 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 126,458 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 125,823 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 124,565 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 123,776 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 122,194 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight play in rear brake torque arm rear bush

Fail 13 Jul 2016 122,182 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight play in rear brake torque arm rear bush

Pass 2 Jul 2015 119,488 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 117,548 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

petrol tank cap sealing washer deteriorated

torque reactin bar pivots free play

Pass 27 Jun 2014 117,548 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

petrol tank cap sealing washer deteriorated

torque reactin bar pivots free play

Pass 21 Jun 2013 114,773 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 114,766 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2012 111,781 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 107,503 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 99,414 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 9,131 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 9,131 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 84,756 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 75,147 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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L415 WCC is a 1994 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L415 WCC, 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 L415 WCC registered?

L415 WCC is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 May 1994.

Is L415 WCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L415 WCC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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