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E230 MUC

1988 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,172 mi
Last recorded45,172 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE230 MUC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 45,172 miles

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose pivot locking pin missing but secure in its housing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit becoming low in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 38,619 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 38,619 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 31,887 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 31,887 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 29,178 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 29,178 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 27,661 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 24,386 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 21,817 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 21,557 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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E230 MUC is a 1988 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 E230 MUC, 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 E230 MUC registered?

E230 MUC is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 28 April 1988.

Is E230 MUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E230 MUC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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