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G170 TSR

1990 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,470 mi
Last recorded48,470 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG170 TSR
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 48,470 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 54,720 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,844 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 25,056 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 12,669 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 12,658 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Offside Rear Brake lever excessively corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 98,874 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 87,120 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 86,608 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 69,690 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 43,107 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 42,789 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 28,503 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 28,438 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G170 TSR is a 1990 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G170 TSR, 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

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What year was G170 TSR registered?

G170 TSR is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 2 March 1990.

Is G170 TSR safe to buy?

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