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F921 UBK

1989 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

597 mi
Last recorded597 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF921 UBK
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 597 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 474 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 427 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 287 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020
Pass 16 Jul 2020 51,594 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 50,948 miles

Slight oil leak/traces of oil around sump area at time of test.

Pass 23 Mar 2018 50,337 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 49,088 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 48,545 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 48,011 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 47,111 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 45,799 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 44,831 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 43,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 43,035 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 41,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 37,928 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 37,920 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 37,920 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 37,911 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 37,910 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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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F921 UBK is a 1989 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F921 UBK, 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 F921 UBK?

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What year was F921 UBK registered?

F921 UBK is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 14 July 1989.

Is F921 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F921 UBK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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