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J578 MKR

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

933 mi
Last recorded933 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ578 MKR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 933 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 778 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 625 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 594 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021
Fail 22 Jul 2021

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2010 82,141 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2010 82,141 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 80,813 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 78,082 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 72,152 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 72,152 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

gear linkage worn

Pass 21 Jan 2006 71,114 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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J578 MKR is a 1992 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J578 MKR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J578 MKR registered?

J578 MKR is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J578 MKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J578 MKR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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