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D120 EAJ

1987 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,116 mi
Last recorded52,116 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD120 EAJ
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 52,116 miles

fork gaiters fitted

Pass 10 May 2013 50,789 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 50,789 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 28 May 2012 49,356 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 48,082 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 47,915 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 23,280 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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D120 EAJ is a 1987 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 43,870 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 D120 EAJ, 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 39 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D120 EAJ registered?

D120 EAJ is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 5 February 1987.

Is D120 EAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D120 EAJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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