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F135 RUU

1989 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,936 mi
Last recorded70,936 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF135 RUU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2025 70,936 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 70,758 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 70,459 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 69,349 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 68,335 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 66,979 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 65,911 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 65,129 miles

gaiters over front forks

Pass 7 Jul 2016 63,080 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 59,728 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 57,573 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

fork gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s front forks at time of test .

Pass 16 Jul 2013 55,090 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

fork gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s/f forks at time of test

Pass 10 Jul 2012 52,297 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 49,663 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 47,527 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 44,560 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 196 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 94,255 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 93,039 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2005 92,941 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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F135 RUU is a 1989 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 44,756 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 F135 RUU, 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 37 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 F135 RUU registered?

F135 RUU is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 7 July 1989.

Is F135 RUU safe to buy?

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