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E394 XBM

1987 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,511 mi
Last recorded32,511 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE394 XBM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 32,511 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,487 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 32,445 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 32,280 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 31,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2012 31,991 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 31,696 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 31,299 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 30,955 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 30,651 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 30,214 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 30,209 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

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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E394 XBM is a 1987 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E394 XBM, 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 E394 XBM registered?

E394 XBM is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E394 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E394 XBM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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