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E781 JHP

1988 BMW R80

Green Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

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Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE781 JHP
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025
Pass 4 Feb 2023
Fail 4 Feb 2023

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2016 1,692 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

no mirrors/no front mud gaurd

Pass 27 Jul 2013

no high beam warning light

no mirrors /front mudgaurd/no speedo

Fail 24 Jul 2013

Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

no high beam warning light

no mirrors /front mudgaurd/no speedo

Pass 6 Jan 2012 76,071 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 76,071 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 74,573 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 73,969 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 65,348 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 59,231 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 54,383 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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E781 JHP is a 1988 BMW R80 in Green with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 E781 JHP, 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 E781 JHP registered?

E781 JHP is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 11 January 1988.

Is E781 JHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E781 JHP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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