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K345 UPH

1992 BMW R Series

Purple Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,435 mi
Last recorded46,435 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK345 UPH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 46,435 miles

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

Front brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 12 Apr 2018 46,222 miles

Front brake pads low.

Pass 25 Apr 2017 46,184 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2017 46,173 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 45,946 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 45,599 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 45,054 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 May 2014 45,054 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 45,024 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 44,566 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,032 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 43,221 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 43,084 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 30 Mar 2009 42,741 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 41,975 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 41,721 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 40,491 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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K345 UPH is a 1992 BMW R Series in Purple with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 K345 UPH, 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

How do I check the history of K345 UPH?

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What year was K345 UPH registered?

K345 UPH is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K345 UPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K345 UPH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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