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D698 DDF

1987 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

81,196 mi
Last recorded81,196 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD698 DDF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 81,196 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 75,195 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 71,196 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 56,297 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 56,297 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 54,218 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 52,738 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 51,972 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 50,873 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 49,522 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 48,267 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 47,726 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 45,484 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 44,506 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 43,747 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 43,747 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 42,210 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 42,210 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 41,112 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 39,757 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 38,596 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 36,119 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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D698 DDF is a 1987 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 D698 DDF, 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 D698 DDF registered?

D698 DDF is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 31 March 1987.

Is D698 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D698 DDF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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