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G42 HNW

1989 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,816 mi
Last recorded35,816 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG42 HNW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,816 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 35,764 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 35,367 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 34,980 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 33,282 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 32,653 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 30,380 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 May 2010 27,566 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 24,285 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 24,284 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 21,541 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 19,207 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 16,298 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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G42 HNW is a 1989 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 G42 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.

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What year was G42 HNW registered?

G42 HNW is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G42 HNW safe to buy?

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