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E500 NLJ

1988 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,684 mi
Last recorded35,684 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE500 NLJ
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 35,684 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 35,291 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 35,264 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 35,180 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 35,124 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 34,659 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 34,645 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 34,640 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 May 2017 34,529 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 33,403 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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E500 NLJ is a 1988 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E500 NLJ, 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

How do I check the history of E500 NLJ?

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What year was E500 NLJ registered?

E500 NLJ is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E500 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E500 NLJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E500 NLJ have outstanding finance?

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