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F909 FUM

1989 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

61,054 mi
Last recorded61,054 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF909 FUM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 61,054 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 56,543 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 51,680 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 46,481 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 40,755 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 38,452 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 37,605 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 35,311 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 30,908 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 25,994 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 25,994 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 19,514 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 12,335 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 7,749 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 7,249 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 7,249 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 6,337 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 5,420 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 5,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,407 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 5,371 miles

front tyre badly cracked on walls

Pass 2 May 2007 5,348 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 5,315 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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F909 FUM is a 1989 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 F909 FUM, 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

How do I check the history of F909 FUM?

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What year was F909 FUM registered?

F909 FUM is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F909 FUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F909 FUM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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