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E275 XGA

1987 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,386 mi
Last recorded74,386 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE275 XGA
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 74,386 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 74,201 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 73,512 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 72,284 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 71,011 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 70,086 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 68,516 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 68,281 miles

gear linkage worn

Fail 23 Jul 2011 68,280 miles

Rear Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

gear linkage worn

Pass 8 Mar 2010 3,227 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 3,227 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 3,190 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 3,116 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 3,051 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 3,051 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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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E275 XGA is a 1987 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 E275 XGA, 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.

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What year was E275 XGA registered?

E275 XGA is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 24 October 1987.

Is E275 XGA safe to buy?

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