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J165 YAK

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

85,191 mi
Last recorded85,191 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ165 YAK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 85,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 84,647 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 83,828 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 83,368 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 83,368 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 82,890 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 81,773 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 81,190 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 78,342 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 76,147 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 74,081 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 74,081 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 72,072 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 72,072 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 70,342 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 70,342 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,268 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 67,268 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 63,962 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2010 63,962 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 61,634 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 61,634 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 61,278 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 61,127 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 60,909 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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J165 YAK is a 1992 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1992 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 38,339 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 J165 YAK, 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 34 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 J165 YAK registered?

J165 YAK is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J165 YAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J165 YAK shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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