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MKW 933W

1992 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,479 mi
Last recorded31,479 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R Series38,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 933W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 31,479 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2026 31,477 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2025 27,220 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Advise change asap. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 25,780 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 22,876 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 20,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 20,014 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 18,494 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 16,143 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 14,859 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 14,788 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 14,761 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 14,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,703 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 14,179 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 14,179 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 13,211 miles

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

front tyre is starting to crack with fatigue.

rear tyre is starting to crack with fatigue.

Fail 20 Nov 2013 13,211 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre is starting to crack with fatigue.

rear tyre is starting to crack with fatigue.

Pass 5 Oct 2012 53,914 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 53,048 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 53,016 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 53,016 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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MKW 933W is a 1992 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MKW 933W, 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 MKW 933W?

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What year was MKW 933W registered?

MKW 933W is a 1992 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 February 1992.

Is MKW 933W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 933W shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MKW 933W have outstanding finance?

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