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D300 WSS

1987 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,178 mi
Last recorded37,178 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD300 WSS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 37,178 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 36,787 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 36,679 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 36,319 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 35,795 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 35,795 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 33,941 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 33,893 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 33,845 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 33,653 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 33,653 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 33,563 miles

sterring slightly stiff in lock-to-lock movement

Pass 26 Apr 2008 33,269 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 33,044 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 32,624 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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D300 WSS is a 1987 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 D300 WSS, 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 D300 WSS registered?

D300 WSS is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 8 January 1987.

Is D300 WSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D300 WSS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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