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E479 SAF

1988 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

89,980 mi
Last recorded89,980 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE479 SAF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 89,980 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 88,208 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 87,098 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 86,267 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 84,202 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 82,114 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 79,508 miles

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

noise from rear wheel when spun, could be from transmission as prop driven

Pass 30 Apr 2018 77,711 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 76,308 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 74,098 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 71,070 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,475 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

cracks in rear tyre.

Pass 30 Apr 2013 65,742 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2012 63,588 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,040 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 59,532 miles

rear tyre starting to crack

Fail 27 Mar 2009 56,778 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 56,778 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 56,389 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 51,640 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 48,542 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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E479 SAF is a 1988 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 E479 SAF, 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 E479 SAF registered?

E479 SAF is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E479 SAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E479 SAF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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