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E213 YFC

1988 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,905 mi
Last recorded50,905 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2011
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE213 YFC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2011 50,905 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 50,905 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 50,815 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 50,814 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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E213 YFC is a 1988 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E213 YFC, 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

How do I check the history of E213 YFC?

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What year was E213 YFC registered?

E213 YFC is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 12 February 1988.

Is E213 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E213 YFC shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E213 YFC have outstanding finance?

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