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G49 WPD

1990 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

42,101 mi
Last recorded42,101 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG49 WPD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 42,101 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 42,019 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 42,015 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 41,965 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2013 41,965 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 41,802 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 41,797 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 41,698 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 41,561 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2009 41,561 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 40,968 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 40,968 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2007 40,913 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre worn and under-inflated

Pass 11 Apr 2006 40,664 miles

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

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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G49 WPD is a 1990 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 G49 WPD, 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 G49 WPD registered?

G49 WPD is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 11 June 1990.

Is G49 WPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G49 WPD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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