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G150 JWF

1989 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,068 mi
Last recorded25,068 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG150 JWF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 25,068 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 24,220 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 23,888 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 23,642 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 22,912 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 21,591 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 20,746 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 20,329 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 19,874 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2018 19,769 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,646 miles

Front headlamp mask fitted

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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G150 JWF is a 1989 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 G150 JWF, 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

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What year was G150 JWF registered?

G150 JWF is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G150 JWF safe to buy?

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