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E543 BNN

1988 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,476 mi
Last recorded72,476 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE543 BNN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 72,476 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 72,476 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 72,399 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 72,875 miles

incorrect headlamp fitted taped kick up recommend replacing

Fail 14 Aug 2017 72,875 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking carb leaking fuel (7.2.1a)

headlamp kick off incorrect but taped over recommend replacing for correct headlamp

Fail 11 Aug 2017 72,870 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure loose at mounting point (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Fuel system component leaking carb leaking fuel (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel rear brake has no reserve travel and fouls exhaust (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticks slow to return (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 May 2016 70,917 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 67,013 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 66,354 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 65,597 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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E543 BNN is a 1988 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 E543 BNN, 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 E543 BNN registered?

E543 BNN is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E543 BNN safe to buy?

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