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E378 FPV

1987 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

4,562 mi
Last recorded4,562 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE378 FPV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2025 4,562 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 4,523 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front brake switch is not working

Pass 21 Sep 2016 3,300 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 3,300 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 2,381 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 2,381 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 121 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 121 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 66,876 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 66,876 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 65,720 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

crack in headlight glass

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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E378 FPV is a 1987 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 E378 FPV, 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

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What year was E378 FPV registered?

E378 FPV is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E378 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E378 FPV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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