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G589 XJM

1989 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,565 mi
Last recorded53,565 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG589 XJM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 53,565 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 53,530 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 53,530 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure Front brake caliper bolts loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 53,477 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 53,438 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 53,328 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 53,226 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 53,185 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 53,005 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 52,642 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored both (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 52,642 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored both (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 52,617 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 52,608 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 50,092 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 49,776 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 49,323 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 48,633 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 48,632 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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G589 XJM is a 1989 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G589 XJM, 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 G589 XJM registered?

G589 XJM is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 13 September 1989.

Is G589 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G589 XJM shows 18 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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