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J284 OAD

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,555 mi
Last recorded36,555 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2012
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ284 OAD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2012 36,555 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 36,554 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 35,586 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 35,142 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 33,322 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 33,321 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 32,334 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 30,749 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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J284 OAD is a 1992 BMW K Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J284 OAD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J284 OAD?

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What year was J284 OAD registered?

J284 OAD is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J284 OAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J284 OAD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J284 OAD have outstanding finance?

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