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M974 UMB

1994 BMW F Series

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 BMW F Series32,673 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM974 UMB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025

Rear wheel bearing slight play

Pass 12 Aug 2022 36,849 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 33,249 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2021 33,249 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake pad pin locking device missing (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 32,940 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 32,462 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 32,449 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 32,387 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 32,029 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 26,644 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 26,644 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,493 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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M974 UMB is a 1994 BMW F Series in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 32,673 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M974 UMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 32 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M974 UMB registered?

M974 UMB is a 1994 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 August 1994.

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