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F456 OYE

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

878 mi
Last recorded878 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF456 OYE
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 878 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 437 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 10 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 30,991 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 30,513 miles

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

slight oil leak rear

Pass 2 Oct 2019 30,282 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 30,067 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 29,589 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,245 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 28,840 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,143 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 26,056 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 24,293 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 23,617 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

throttle operation sluggish to return.

Pass 4 Dec 2006 23,001 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 22,983 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 23 Nov 2005 20,400 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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F456 OYE is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 F456 OYE, 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 F456 OYE registered?

F456 OYE is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 7 March 1989.

Is F456 OYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F456 OYE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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