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M475 KCU

1995 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,192 mi
Last recorded102,192 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM475 KCU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 102,192 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength floating front brake discs worn on bobbins,but not excessively and still secure (3.2.A1)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 99,633 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 950,107 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 89,872 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 85,407 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 85,407 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 80,983 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 76,244 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 71,613 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 67,527 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 67,511 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 61,772 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 5,761 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 53,361 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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M475 KCU is a 1995 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M475 KCU, 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.

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What year was M475 KCU registered?

M475 KCU is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 May 1995.

Is M475 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M475 KCU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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