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L6 SUN

1995 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,069 mi
Last recorded44,069 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 SUN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 44,069 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 42,812 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 41,786 miles

ABS light on

Pass 19 Jul 2016 41,009 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 40,480 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 39,914 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 39,066 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 37,323 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2007 37,289 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 35,034 miles

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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L6 SUN is a 1995 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1995 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 44,959 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 L6 SUN, 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 31 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 L6 SUN?

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What year was L6 SUN registered?

L6 SUN is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 November 1995.

Is L6 SUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L6 SUN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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