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F23 OTM

1989 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,114 mi
Last recorded12,114 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF23 OTM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 12,114 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake has slight bined

Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,926 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 10,020 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 10,019 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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F23 OTM is a 1989 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F23 OTM, 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

How do I check the history of F23 OTM?

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What year was F23 OTM registered?

F23 OTM is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1989.

Is F23 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F23 OTM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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