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E502 YTO

1987 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,540 mi
Last recorded12,540 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE502 YTO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 12,540 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 12,386 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 12,253 miles

excellent condition

Pass 26 Oct 2019 10,012 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 9,999 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 9,488 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 8,443 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 6,800 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 5,598 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 4,940 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 3,958 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 3,958 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 2,294 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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E502 YTO is a 1987 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 E502 YTO, 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 E502 YTO?

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What year was E502 YTO registered?

E502 YTO is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E502 YTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E502 YTO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E502 YTO have outstanding finance?

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