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E137 KAS

1988 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,997 mi
Last recorded35,997 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE137 KAS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 35,997 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 34,374 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 32,884 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 31,702 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,872 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 30,173 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 28,694 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Lower Oil leak from sump

Pass 30 Mar 2019 25,596 miles

Engine oil leaks

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Crown wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2009 25,589 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 25,381 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 25,378 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 24,441 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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E137 KAS is a 1988 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 38,965 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 E137 KAS, 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 38 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E137 KAS registered?

E137 KAS is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 12 April 1988.

Is E137 KAS safe to buy?

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