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E546 JJN

1987 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,879 mi
Last recorded59,879 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE546 JJN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 59,879 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 59,178 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 56,190 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 47,990 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 46,506 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 45,257 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 45,250 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 45,226 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 45,209 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2012 45,174 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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E546 JJN is a 1987 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E546 JJN, 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

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What year was E546 JJN registered?

E546 JJN is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E546 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E546 JJN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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