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G157 SGO

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,575 mi
Last recorded11,575 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG157 SGO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 11,575 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 10,355 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 9,968 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 8,681 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 7,454 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 5,683 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 4,223 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 3,240 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 1,192 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 888 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 46,836 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 46,836 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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 SGO is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G157 SGO, 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 G157 SGO?

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What year was G157 SGO registered?

G157 SGO is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 1 December 1989.

Is G157 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G157 SGO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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