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J653 DYB

1992 BMW R Series

Cream Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,137 mi
Last recorded73,137 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ653 DYB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 73,137 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 72,903 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 71,917 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 71,220 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 70,833 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 70,495 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 69,922 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 69,922 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 69,246 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 68,831 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 68,028 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 66,071 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 64,459 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 62,478 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 60,403 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 60,392 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2011 57,961 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 57,961 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 56,394 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 54,091 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 53,886 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 53,860 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 51,661 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 50,957 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 50,957 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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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J653 DYB is a 1992 BMW R Series in Cream with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J653 DYB, 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

How do I check the history of J653 DYB?

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What year was J653 DYB registered?

J653 DYB is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 February 1992.

Is J653 DYB safe to buy?

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