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K654 RKL

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

59,223 mi
Last recorded59,223 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK654 RKL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 59,223 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 59,109 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 58,949 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 58,842 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 58,703 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 58,423 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 58,269 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 57,957 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 56,941 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 54,931 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 54,931 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 52,473 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2015 50,558 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 50,534 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 49,038 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 49,038 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 47,511 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 47,509 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

slight knock from driveshaft

slight roughness from final drive

Pass 2 Mar 2012 44,650 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 42,527 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 41,493 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 41,475 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 41,475 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 41,290 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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K654 RKL is a 1992 BMW R Series in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 K654 RKL, 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 K654 RKL registered?

K654 RKL is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K654 RKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K654 RKL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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