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F695 VEL

1989 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,627 mi
Last recorded66,627 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF695 VEL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 66,627 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

OIL LEAK UNDERSIDE ENGINE

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 66,598 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 66,580 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 66,451 miles

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 66,387 miles

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 66,123 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 65,778 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 65,184 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 64,601 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 64,162 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 63,794 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 63,534 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 63,165 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 62,437 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

engine oil light on at idle

Fail 28 Jun 2011 62,122 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

nearside front footrest rubber worn

Pass 28 Jun 2011 62,122 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

nearside front footrest rubber worn

Pass 6 Jul 2010 61,832 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

righr hand side panal missing

Fail 6 Jul 2010 61,832 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

righr hand side panal missing

Pass 4 Jun 2009 61,253 miles

corossion around rear foot rest mountings

slight corrosion front discs

Fail 29 May 2009 61,214 miles

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

corossion around rear foot rest mountings

slight corrosion front discs

Pass 11 Sep 2007 60,236 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 59,929 miles

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

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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F695 VEL is a 1989 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 F695 VEL, 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.

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What year was F695 VEL registered?

F695 VEL is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 16 February 1989.

Is F695 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F695 VEL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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