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M477 CBY

1995 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,376 mi
Last recorded55,376 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM477 CBY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 55,376 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 55,338 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 55,139 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre has age related cracks

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

Rear bevel gearbox bearings slightly worn

Fail 7 May 2013 55,056 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre has age related cracks

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

Rear bevel gearbox bearings slightly worn

Pass 14 May 2012 54,804 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering damper leaking.

Pass 17 Mar 2011 54,376 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering damper leaking.

Pass 23 Mar 2010 53,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering damper leaking.

Pass 25 Mar 2009 52,559 miles

Right hand handle bar has only three mounting bolts

Steering damper leaking.

Pass 4 Apr 2008 51,952 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 51,949 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 51,559 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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M477 CBY is a 1995 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M477 CBY, 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 M477 CBY registered?

M477 CBY is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 March 1995.

Is M477 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M477 CBY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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