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L435 UGT

1994 BMW R Series

Purple Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,625 mi
Last recorded39,625 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2019
Typical for 1994 BMW R Series45,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL435 UGT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2019 39,625 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2019 39,625 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 39,073 miles

head lamp masked.

Fail 7 Apr 2018 39,033 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

headlamp masked

Fail 24 Mar 2018 39,016 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

headlamp masked

Fail 27 Jan 2018 38,978 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2017
Pass 9 Feb 2016
Fail 9 Feb 2016

Centre Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2014
Pass 23 Nov 2013 1 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2012
Pass 10 Jul 2010 27,293 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 27,006 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 26,729 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 26,492 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 26,426 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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L435 UGT is a 1994 BMW R Series in Purple with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L435 UGT, 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 L435 UGT registered?

L435 UGT is a 1994 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 January 1994.

Is L435 UGT safe to buy?

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