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J859 HYS

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,264 mi
Last recorded35,264 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ859 HYS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 35,264 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 34,835 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 34,835 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 34,762 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 34,076 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 33,880 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,531 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 33,062 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 33,038 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

front fork has restricted travel

rear drive shaft/paralever rotation is slightly rough

Pass 9 Sep 2010 33,038 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

front fork has restricted travel

rear drive shaft/paralever rotation is slightly rough

Pass 22 Aug 2009 32,573 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 32,461 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 32,021 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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J859 HYS 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 84.6%.

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 J859 HYS, 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 J859 HYS registered?

J859 HYS is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 March 1992.

Is J859 HYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J859 HYS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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