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J579 MKR

1991 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,119 mi
Last recorded48,119 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW R Series35,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ579 MKR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 48,119 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 48,119 miles

Offside Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 47,548 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 47,545 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 46,541 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 46,074 miles

rear tyre has slight cracks in side walls

Pass 14 Jan 2014 45,212 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 44,752 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 44,032 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

both front discs have light surface corrosion

Pass 26 Jan 2011 43,430 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

both front discs have surface corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2010 42,671 miles

front brske reserve travel on limit

Pass 27 Jan 2009 41,776 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 40,754 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 39,587 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 3,786 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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J579 MKR is a 1991 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1991 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 35,706 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J579 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 35 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 J579 MKR registered?

J579 MKR is a 1991 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J579 MKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J579 MKR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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