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G903 VBC

1989 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,562 mi
Last recorded1,562 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG903 VBC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 1,562 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 1,562 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 1,418 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 1,260 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 1,029 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork oil seal slight misting of oil. Osf. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2021
Pass 24 Mar 2020 49,349 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 48,937 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 48,415 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 46,905 miles

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

rear tyre cracking

Pass 4 Aug 2014 45,062 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 44,715 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 43,096 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 43,096 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 39,978 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 36,764 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 36,618 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 36,204 miles

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

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

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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G903 VBC is a 1989 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G903 VBC, 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 G903 VBC registered?

G903 VBC is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 24 August 1989.

Is G903 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G903 VBC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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