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E870 GRD

1988 BMW R80

Green Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

93,527 mi
Last recorded93,527 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R8038,965 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE870 GRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 93,527 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 93,102 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 91,924 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 90,595 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 89,497 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 87,771 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 85,098 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 84,236 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 81,031 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 81,005 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 79,906 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

slight cracking of rubber rear tyre.

Pass 11 Jun 2013 76,187 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 75,385 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 72,448 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 69,220 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 68,300 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 66,132 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 65,334 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2005 63,488 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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E870 GRD is a 1988 BMW R80 in Green with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 E870 GRD, 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 E870 GRD registered?

E870 GRD is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E870 GRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E870 GRD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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