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G229 XTT

1990 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,791 mi
Last recorded32,791 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG229 XTT
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 32,791 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 32,751 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 32,641 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 32,547 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 4 Aug 2022 32,547 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap ineffective sealing ring missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2020 32,159 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 31,830 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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G229 XTT is a 1990 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G229 XTT, 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 G229 XTT?

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What year was G229 XTT registered?

G229 XTT is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 4 July 1990.

Is G229 XTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G229 XTT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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