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H492 AJV

1991 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,926 mi
Last recorded22,926 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R Series35,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH492 AJV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 22,926 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2026 22,905 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 22,811 miles

Central Fuel Cap Seal Starting to Perish

Pass 15 Jun 2024 22,343 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 23,808 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 21,777 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 21,523 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 21,270 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 20,882 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 20,650 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 20,570 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 20,407 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 20,318 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 19,858 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 19,557 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2010 19,470 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 19,325 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 17,918 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 16,154 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 13,726 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 13,147 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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H492 AJV is a 1991 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 H492 AJV, 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.

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What year was H492 AJV registered?

H492 AJV is a 1991 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 1991.

Is H492 AJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H492 AJV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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