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G999 THX

1989 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,467 mi
Last recorded91,467 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2012
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG999 THX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2012 91,467 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 87,299 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 10 Jan 2011 87,249 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 82,478 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 82,322 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 74,443 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 65,802 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 58,865 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 58,865 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 49,567 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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G999 THX is a 1989 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G999 THX, 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.

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What year was G999 THX registered?

G999 THX is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G999 THX safe to buy?

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