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F248 BWW

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,049 mi
Last recorded80,049 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF248 BWW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 80,049 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 79,792 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 79,773 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 79,447 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 79,043 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 78,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 77,949 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 77,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 76,535 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 75,822 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 75,337 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 74,620 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 73,480 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 73,480 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 70,492 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 69,297 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 69,297 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 67,532 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 66,435 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2010 66,418 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 65,160 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 63,660 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 61,078 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 58,773 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 58,773 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has a significantly damaged outer casing. (3.2.A1b)

Front 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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F248 BWW is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F248 BWW, 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 F248 BWW registered?

F248 BWW is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 13 March 1989.

Is F248 BWW safe to buy?

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