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G885 TOD

1990 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,015 mi
Last recorded57,015 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG885 TOD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 57,015 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 55,409 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 53,964 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 52,696 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 52,696 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 51,437 miles

Central Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 50,802 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 49,995 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 47,720 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 47,720 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 45,440 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 45,440 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 43,785 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 41,953 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 37,998 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 37,602 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 37,441 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 36,991 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 36,207 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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G885 TOD is a 1990 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 G885 TOD, 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 G885 TOD registered?

G885 TOD is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 26 January 1990.

Is G885 TOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G885 TOD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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