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G157 ALH

1990 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,276 mi
Last recorded42,276 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG157 ALH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 42,276 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 39,460 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 39,460 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 39,438 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 37,284 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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G157 ALH is a 1990 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G157 ALH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G157 ALH?

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What year was G157 ALH registered?

G157 ALH is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 2 April 1990.

Is G157 ALH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G157 ALH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G157 ALH have outstanding finance?

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