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J985 HFB

1992 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1092cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

38,195 mi
Last recorded38,195 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW K Series50,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ985 HFB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,092cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 38,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 38,140 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 38,024 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 38,024 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 37,631 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

rear brake disc wearing thin

slight corrosion on frame

slight corrosion on stantion tubes

Pass 28 Jul 2021 37,292 miles

handlebar rubber mounts worn

slight corrosion on frame

slight play in rear wheel bearing area

Pass 21 Jul 2020 36,961 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low to 1.7mm l/l is 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

main beam switch poor operation

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 23 Jul 2019 36,488 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 13 Aug 2018 35,629 miles

slight corrosion on frame starting

Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,208 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 35,208 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 35,190 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2016 35,031 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 34,888 miles

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

unable to see rear brake pads for wear

Pass 29 Jul 2014 34,388 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 34,143 miles

Brake hose at o/s/r abs pump mounting slightly caffed

Front and rear tyres look underinflated

Pass 30 Jun 2012 34,029 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 33,921 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 33,805 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 33,739 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 33,718 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 33,541 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

o/s/r pannier slightly insecure

Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,912 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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J985 HFB is a 1992 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 50,846 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J985 HFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 34 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J985 HFB registered?

J985 HFB is a 1992 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 June 1992.

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