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G132 PDM

1989 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

845 mi
Last recorded845 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG132 PDM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 845 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Near side fork has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 844 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Near side fork has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 10 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 21,129 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 21,123 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2019 20,896 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,812 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 20,149 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 19,863 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 19,186 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 18,073 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 17,323 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 16,283 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 15,288 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 14,416 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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G132 PDM is a 1989 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G132 PDM, 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 G132 PDM registered?

G132 PDM is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 8 December 1989.

Is G132 PDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G132 PDM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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