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E580 HJH

1988 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

59,938 mi
Last recorded59,938 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE580 HJH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 59,938 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 55,496 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 53,293 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 52,583 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 52,539 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 52,415 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 52,191 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 51,939 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 51,635 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 51,635 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 51,426 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 50,302 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,128 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 47,884 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 46,071 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 43,826 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 41,609 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 40,876 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 36,447 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 32,837 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 32,837 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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E580 HJH is a 1988 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 E580 HJH, 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 E580 HJH registered?

E580 HJH is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 19 April 1988.

Is E580 HJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E580 HJH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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