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M295 NJV

1995 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,644 mi
Last recorded49,644 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM295 NJV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 49,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 49,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 49,257 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 48,770 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 48,770 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,456 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 46,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 45,309 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 45,309 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 44,787 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 43,620 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 41,502 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 38,694 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 36,612 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 33,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 30,697 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 30,697 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 30,125 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 29,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 27,820 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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M295 NJV is a 1995 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 M295 NJV, 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 M295 NJV?

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What year was M295 NJV registered?

M295 NJV is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 May 1995.

Is M295 NJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M295 NJV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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