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J494 TTF

1992 BMW K Series

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,068 mi
Last recorded61,068 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ494 TTF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 61,068 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

abs system fault

spongy front brake

Fail 20 Jun 2013 61,068 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

abs system fault

spongy front brake

Pass 31 Oct 2009 60,979 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 60,979 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 60,842 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 56,354 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Puncture repair in rear tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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J494 TTF is a 1992 BMW K Series in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J494 TTF, 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.

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What year was J494 TTF registered?

J494 TTF is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 February 1992.

Is J494 TTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J494 TTF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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