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D899 MWT

1987 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,721 mi
Last recorded50,721 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD899 MWT
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 50,721 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 50,600 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 50,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 50,371 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 49,883 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 49,714 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 49,643 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 49,523 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 49,360 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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D899 MWT is a 1987 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D899 MWT, 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 D899 MWT registered?

D899 MWT is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 7 May 1987.

Is D899 MWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D899 MWT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D899 MWT have outstanding finance?

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