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J825 PJO

1992 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,201 mi
Last recorded35,201 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ825 PJO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 35,201 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 34,818 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 34,816 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2020 34,811 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 34,805 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 34,757 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 33,792 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 33,429 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 32,708 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 32,696 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2014 32,601 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 32,047 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 32,023 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 31,428 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 30,174 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 28,253 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 27,227 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 25,827 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 23,675 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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J825 PJO is a 1992 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 J825 PJO, 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 J825 PJO registered?

J825 PJO is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 March 1992.

Is J825 PJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J825 PJO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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