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E353 UWA

1987 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,375 mi
Last recorded75,375 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE353 UWA
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 75,375 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 74,636 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 72,482 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 72,472 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 72,449 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 71,642 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 67,033 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 61,929 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 55,886 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 53,490 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 47,707 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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E353 UWA is a 1987 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 E353 UWA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E353 UWA?

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What year was E353 UWA registered?

E353 UWA is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E353 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E353 UWA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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