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H61 JCM

1993 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,850 mi
Last recorded18,850 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW K Series53,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH61 JCM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 18,850 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 18,227 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 17,191 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 16,426 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 15,745 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 15,063 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 14,467 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 13,719 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 13,068 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 12,983 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 12,205 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 12,152 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2015 10,801 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 9,715 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 7,376 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 5,841 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 820 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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H61 JCM is a 1993 BMW K Series in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1993 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 53,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H61 JCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 33 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H61 JCM?

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What year was H61 JCM registered?

H61 JCM is a 1993 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 June 1993.

Is H61 JCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H61 JCM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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