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J486 OPD

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,518 mi
Last recorded39,518 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ486 OPD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 39,518 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 39,125 miles

slight corrosion on frame

slight fluctuation on front and rear brakes

slight p0lay in front brake discs buttons

Pass 9 Apr 2022 38,955 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 38,657 miles

ABS light is permanently on ABS switch is broken

Tyres loosing pressure

Pass 27 May 2016 38,281 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 37,827 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 36,643 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 36,075 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,032 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 33,874 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 33,068 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 31,843 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 31,051 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 29,628 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 29,258 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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J486 OPD is a 1992 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J486 OPD, 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

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What year was J486 OPD registered?

J486 OPD is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J486 OPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J486 OPD shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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