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G704 VSL

1990 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,829 mi
Last recorded14,829 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2009
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG704 VSL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2009 14,829 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 14,484 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 13,875 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 13,875 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 12,371 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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G704 VSL is a 1990 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G704 VSL, 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 G704 VSL registered?

G704 VSL is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is G704 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G704 VSL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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