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H492 FJA

1991 BMW K1

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,578 mi
Last recorded43,578 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW K130,081 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH492 FJA
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 43,578 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 43,566 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Dec 2014 43,556 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 43,468 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 43,393 miles

front brake pads rusty

Pass 4 Jan 2012 43,384 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 43,374 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 43,194 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear brake binding

Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,182 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 43,169 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 43,162 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K1?

Based on 1,939 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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H492 FJA is a 1991 BMW K1 in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 30,081 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H492 FJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H492 FJA?

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What year was H492 FJA registered?

H492 FJA is a 1991 BMW K1, first registered on 2 May 1991.

Is H492 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H492 FJA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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