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J294 CUG

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,291 mi
Last recorded1,291 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ294 CUG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 1,291 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 524 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 484 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 15 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 15 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 48,004 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 48,004 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 47,512 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 46,363 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 46,363 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,904 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 42,069 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 40,023 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 38,616 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,474 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 34,872 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 31,535 miles

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

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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J294 CUG is a 1992 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J294 CUG, 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 J294 CUG registered?

J294 CUG is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 June 1992.

Is J294 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J294 CUG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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