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E773 MBK

1988 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,741 mi
Last recorded62,741 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2020
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE773 MBK
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2020 62,741 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose pivot worn (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired rear light wobbly (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 50,630 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 35,622 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 24,925 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 6,878 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 87,877 miles

advise brake service

Pass 29 May 2014 68,106 miles

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

advise brake adjustment front and rear

Pass 30 May 2013 49,258 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 30,974 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 11,547 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 93,541 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 75,415 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 May 2008 56,356 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 39,657 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 39,657 miles

Nearside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2006 21,528 miles

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

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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E773 MBK is a 1988 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 E773 MBK, 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.

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What year was E773 MBK registered?

E773 MBK is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 25 May 1988.

Is E773 MBK safe to buy?

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