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B22 BRG

1991 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,197 mi
Last recorded2,197 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW R Series35,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB22 BRG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1991
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 2,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 2,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 2,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2024 2,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 1,811 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 1,811 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 1,363 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 1,363 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 680 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 415 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 204 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 63 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 May 2017 63 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 42,983 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 42,983 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 42,504 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 42,504 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 42,199 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 40,745 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 39,505 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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B22 BRG is a 1991 BMW R Series in Brown with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 35,706 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 B22 BRG, 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 35 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 B22 BRG registered?

B22 BRG is a 1991 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 January 1991.

Is B22 BRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B22 BRG shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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