MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,312 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
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J496 SBM is a 1992 BMW R Series in Purple with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 J496 SBM, 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.
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How do I check the history of J496 SBM?
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What year was J496 SBM registered?
J496 SBM is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1992.
Is J496 SBM safe to buy?
The MOT history for J496 SBM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does J496 SBM have outstanding finance?
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