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J20 NYA

1997 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,559 mi
Last recorded3,559 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ20 NYA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 May 2026 3,559 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 3,291 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 3,108 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 2,808 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 2,374 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 1,762 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 1,521 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 1,430 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 1,247 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 1,108 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 1,018 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 1,009 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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J20 NYA is a 1997 BMW R Series in Cream with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,828 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 J20 NYA, 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 29 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J20 NYA?

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What year was J20 NYA registered?

J20 NYA is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is J20 NYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J20 NYA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J20 NYA have outstanding finance?

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