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E12 MPL

1989 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

11,620 mi
Last recorded11,620 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE12 MPL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 11,620 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 11,599 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 11,586 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 11,565 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 11,109 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 11,097 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 11,080 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 11,030 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 11,030 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 11,010 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 10,992 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,981 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 10,931 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 10,913 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 10,885 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 10,828 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 10,789 miles

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

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 10,771 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 10,756 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 10,743 miles

Rear tyre pressure low

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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E12 MPL is a 1989 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1989 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 44,756 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 E12 MPL, 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 37 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 E12 MPL?

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What year was E12 MPL registered?

E12 MPL is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 8 August 1989.

Is E12 MPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E12 MPL shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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