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J868 RLJ

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,415 mi
Last recorded45,415 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ868 RLJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 45,415 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 43,536 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 43,530 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rear tyre (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 40,878 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 39,164 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 37,691 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 35,924 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 34,376 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 32,820 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 32,820 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 28,796 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 26,450 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 23,735 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 12,537 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 12,247 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,731 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 11,687 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 240,734 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007
Pass 19 Jul 2006 10,484 miles

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

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

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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J868 RLJ is a 1992 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J868 RLJ, 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 J868 RLJ registered?

J868 RLJ is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 March 1992.

Is J868 RLJ safe to buy?

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Does J868 RLJ have outstanding finance?

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