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G31 HNW

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,792 mi
Last recorded70,792 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG31 HNW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 70,792 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 70,642 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 70,293 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 69,307 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 68,020 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 67,829 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 67,819 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 66,416 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 64,759 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 62,486 miles

Rear number plate small crack!

Fail 24 Feb 2012 62,486 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear number plate small crack!

Pass 28 Feb 2011 58,636 miles

Head light "tell tale" not working!

Pass 1 Mar 2010 54,949 miles

head light "tell tale" not working.

rear number plate has small crack.

Fail 1 Mar 2010 54,949 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

head light "tell tale" not working.

rear number plate has small crack.

Pass 27 Feb 2009 51,298 miles

rear number plate small crack!

smaller number plate fitted can be seen from 15 metres distance!

Pass 22 May 2007 50,761 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

rear number plate smaller than stadard size can be seen @ 15 metres distance!

Pass 25 Apr 2006 49,716 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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G31 HNW is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 G31 HNW, 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

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What year was G31 HNW registered?

G31 HNW is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1989.

Is G31 HNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G31 HNW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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