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F481 JOD

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,740 mi
Last recorded36,740 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF481 JOD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 36,740 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 35,645 miles

Rear Lower Brake component is slightly corroded rear brake arm (3.1.5)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 33,727 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 31,565 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 30,273 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 28,913 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 28,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 18 May 2010 27,618 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 27,613 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 27,307 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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F481 JOD is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F481 JOD, 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 F481 JOD registered?

F481 JOD is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F481 JOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F481 JOD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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