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F150 RUU

1989 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19 mi
Last recorded19 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF150 RUU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 19 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 10 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 67,421 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 67,311 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 67,311 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 67,022 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 66,855 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 66,196 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 65,051 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 65,051 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2013 64,176 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2012 63,260 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 62,279 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 61,091 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 61,091 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 60,648 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 60,648 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 60,006 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 59,573 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 59,573 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 Jul 2006 58,088 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 58,082 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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F150 RUU is a 1989 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 F150 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.

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What year was F150 RUU registered?

F150 RUU is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 8 June 1989.

Is F150 RUU safe to buy?

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