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M397 SBA

1995 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,577 mi
Last recorded55,577 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM397 SBA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 55,577 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 55,450 miles

Offside Lower exhaust bracket missing

Pass 15 Oct 2022 54,930 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 54,646 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 52,811 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 51,582 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 47,596 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 45,493 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 43,374 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2015 42,029 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,836 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 40,827 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2013 38,065 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2012 35,839 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 31,298 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,206 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 26,212 miles

advise n/s front caliper! tight on sliders,

Pass 24 Jul 2008 22,635 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 16,204 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 13,260 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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M397 SBA 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 95%.

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 M397 SBA, 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

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What year was M397 SBA registered?

M397 SBA is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 May 1995.

Is M397 SBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M397 SBA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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