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J31 RBA

1992 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,726 mi
Last recorded40,726 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 RBA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 40,726 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 39,790 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 36,247 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 36,245 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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J31 RBA is a 1992 BMW K Series in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 J31 RBA, 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 J31 RBA?

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What year was J31 RBA registered?

J31 RBA is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 March 1992.

Is J31 RBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J31 RBA shows 4 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 J31 RBA have outstanding finance?

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