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E625 UWX

1988 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,632 mi
Last recorded66,632 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE625 UWX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 66,632 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 66,274 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 66,274 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 12 May 2016 65,739 miles

Rear side walls cracked/perished, no cords showing at time of test

Pass 11 Apr 2015 65,386 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 65,386 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 65,331 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 65,011 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 63,847 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 62,848 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 61,675 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 60,524 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 60,297 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 60,289 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 59,043 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 57,854 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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E625 UWX is a 1988 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 E625 UWX, 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 E625 UWX registered?

E625 UWX is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 18 March 1988.

Is E625 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E625 UWX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E625 UWX have outstanding finance?

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