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BNH 82E

1988 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

1,626 mi
Last recorded1,626 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNH 82E
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 1,626 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut / slice in tread

Pass 18 Nov 2021 1,266 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 14,119 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 14,118 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 11,228 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017
Pass 5 Oct 2016
Fail 1 Oct 2016

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

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 33,407 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 31,725 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 31,725 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 31,565 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 30,599 miles

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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BNH 82E is a 1988 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1988 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 38,965 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 BNH 82E, 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 38 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 BNH 82E?

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What year was BNH 82E registered?

BNH 82E is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is BNH 82E safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNH 82E shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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