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K128 EUW

1992 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,447 mi
Last recorded94,447 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK128 EUW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 94,447 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 94,323 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Fail 9 May 2023 94,318 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front tyre slight perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front and rear (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Sep 2013 94,281 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2012 94,202 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 93,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 91,689 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 90,270 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 88,511 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 88,504 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2007 86,645 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 84,715 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 84,708 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 83,279 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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K128 EUW is a 1992 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K128 EUW, 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 K128 EUW registered?

K128 EUW is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 1992.

Is K128 EUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K128 EUW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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