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J431 UOL

1992 BMW K1

Blue Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,274 mi
Last recorded49,274 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 1992 BMW K126,695 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ431 UOL
MakeBMW
ModelK1
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2016 49,274 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

ABS system not functional

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2015 45,678 miles

ABS system not working

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 44,058 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 41,400 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 40,961 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 39,104 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K1?

Based on 1,939 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Direction indicator not working 8
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J431 UOL is a 1992 BMW K1 in Blue with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 BMW K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 26,695 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 K1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J431 UOL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this BMW K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J431 UOL registered?

J431 UOL is a 1992 BMW K1, first registered on 25 March 1992.

Is J431 UOL safe to buy?

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