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G287 VYH

1990 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

62,262 mi
Last recorded62,262 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG287 VYH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 62,262 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 62,027 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 61,143 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 59,113 miles

Pinprick in exhaust silencer

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 May 2018 57,830 miles

slight play apparent in rear swinging arm

Pass 28 Apr 2017 56,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 55,221 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 53,761 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 51,578 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 49,731 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 48,499 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 47,945 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2011 47,945 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 47,868 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 47,568 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 46,524 miles

front tyre split on side walls

Pass 6 Jul 2007 44,771 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 43,303 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jan 2006 43,288 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

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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G287 VYH is a 1990 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 G287 VYH, 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 G287 VYH registered?

G287 VYH is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 23 April 1990.

Is G287 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G287 VYH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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