MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
85,966 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust silencer deteriorated
Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust silencer deteriorated
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust system deteriorated
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
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M481 VUM is a 1995 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 M481 VUM, 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 M481 VUM registered?
M481 VUM is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 January 1995.
Is M481 VUM safe to buy?
The MOT history for M481 VUM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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