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E608 KST

1988 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

16,913 mi
Last recorded16,913 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE608 KST
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 16,913 miles

Rear rear shock absorber has slightly reduced damping,

Fail 11 May 2019 16,913 miles

Stop lamp not working not working when back brake is applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear rear shock absorber has slightly reduced damping,

Pass 9 Jun 2018 2,532 miles

rear shock has a slightly reduced damping

Fail 9 Jun 2018 2,520 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 86,620 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 68,916 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2016 68,916 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2015 53,247 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2015 53,247 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 45,378 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 44,338 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 44,338 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 42,939 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 42,230 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 42,224 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 40,873 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 40,873 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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E608 KST is a 1988 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 E608 KST, 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 E608 KST registered?

E608 KST is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 30 June 1988.

Is E608 KST safe to buy?

The MOT history for E608 KST shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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