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E655 TVU

1987 BMW R80

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,173 mi
Last recorded64,173 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE655 TVU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 64,173 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 64,169 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 63,447 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 61,132 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 60,158 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 58,370 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2021 55,954 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 55,641 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 54,168 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 54,147 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 53,497 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 52,672 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 52,035 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 52,021 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2015 49,232 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 47,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 42,806 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 40,480 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 38,062 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 34,660 miles

left hand bar grip slightly loose

Pass 30 May 2009 30,917 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,797 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 27,731 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 27,599 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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E655 TVU is a 1987 BMW R80 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E655 TVU, 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 E655 TVU registered?

E655 TVU is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 6 August 1987.

Is E655 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E655 TVU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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