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F273 RUL

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,685 mi
Last recorded3,685 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF273 RUL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 3,685 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 3,012 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 2,481 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 2,453 miles

Front Position lamp not working Flickering, non constant light (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 1,398 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 970 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 964 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 940 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 919 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 885 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 402 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 401 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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F273 RUL is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 F273 RUL, 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 F273 RUL registered?

F273 RUL is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 11 May 1989.

Is F273 RUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F273 RUL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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