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M483 VUM

1995 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,337 mi
Last recorded42,337 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM483 VUM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 42,337 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 41,303 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 40,538 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 39,209 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 37,160 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 35,112 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 33,983 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 33,793 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2015 32,906 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 31,840 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 31,840 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 May 2013 31,141 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 30,759 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 30,036 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 30,036 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 29,675 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 28,970 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 27,571 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 26,951 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 26,150 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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M483 VUM is a 1995 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M483 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M483 VUM registered?

M483 VUM is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 January 1995.

Is M483 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M483 VUM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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