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B14 FKU

1990 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

498 mi
Last recorded498 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 FKU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2023 99,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front mudguard missing

registration plate lamp shines red light

Pass 15 May 2021 99,020 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Fail 15 May 2021 99,020 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Pass 18 May 2020 98,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 May 2020 98,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 98,660 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 98,246 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 98,079 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 97,980 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 97,980 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 97,560 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 97,416 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 96,566 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 96,566 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 96,490 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 96,178 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 95,400 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 95,400 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2007 9,423 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 72,352 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 72,352 miles

Offside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

How Reliable is the BMW R80?

Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
561
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 313
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 114
Horn not working 95
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B14 FKU is a 1990 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,193 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 R80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B14 FKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R80 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 36 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B14 FKU?

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What year was B14 FKU registered?

B14 FKU is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is B14 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B14 FKU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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