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J252 LCK

1992 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,886 mi
Last recorded57,886 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ252 LCK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 57,886 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2024 57,886 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 57,788 miles

Rear Slight warp in brake disc

Pass 11 Mar 2021 56,895 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 56,895 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 55,166 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 53,412 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 51,012 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 51,012 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 30 Jul 2011 49,278 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 49,278 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 43,874 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 37,775 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 37,697 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 37,697 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 37,589 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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J252 LCK is a 1992 BMW K Series in Red with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1992 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 50,846 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 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 J252 LCK, 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 34 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J252 LCK registered?

J252 LCK is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 April 1992.

Is J252 LCK safe to buy?

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