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G126 DPE

1990 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,875 mi
Last recorded19,875 miles
Recorded on17 May 2011
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG126 DPE
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2011 19,875 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

fuel pipe slightly loose

Fail 17 May 2011 19,875 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

fuel pipe slightly loose

Pass 17 Mar 2010 15,906 miles

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

Oil leak

rear lamp wobberly but sercure

rear tyre tread stepped

Fail 15 Mar 2010 15,906 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Oil leak

rear lamp wobberly but sercure

rear tyre tread stepped

Pass 24 Mar 2009 89,358 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 8,938 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 1,635 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 97,515 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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G126 DPE is a 1990 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1990 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,193 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 G126 DPE, 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 36 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G126 DPE registered?

G126 DPE is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 22 June 1990.

Is G126 DPE safe to buy?

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