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G518 YAD

1990 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,759 mi
Last recorded83,759 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG518 YAD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 83,759 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 83,683 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 83,683 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 83,606 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 83,606 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure stiff (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 83,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 83,059 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 82,384 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 81,735 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 81,722 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 80,304 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 78,752 miles

Front and rear tyre wearing low

Pass 4 Apr 2016 77,722 miles

Front tyre wearing low

Fail 4 Apr 2016 77,722 miles

Front tyre wearing low

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 75,804 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2014 73,352 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Slight oil leak from drive shaft seal

Pass 17 Apr 2013 70,987 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

slight oil leak from drive shaft seal

Pass 24 Apr 2012 69,394 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,863 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 55,947 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 54,182 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 52,541 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 47,695 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 44,899 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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G518 YAD is a 1990 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G518 YAD, 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 G518 YAD?

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What year was G518 YAD registered?

G518 YAD is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 4 January 1990.

Is G518 YAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G518 YAD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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