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H271 YYF

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,816 mi
Last recorded42,816 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH271 YYF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 42,816 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 41,986 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 40,560 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 40,424 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 40,198 miles

Slight exhaust leak at front link pipe.

Pass 27 May 2016 39,791 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 39,415 miles

front tyre on limit.

rear tyre near limit

Fail 2 Jun 2015 39,402 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2014 38,769 miles

front tyre near limit.

Pass 5 Apr 2013 37,172 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,111 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 36,893 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 36,739 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 36,725 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2009 36,539 miles

rear drive shaft oil leak!

Pass 17 Mar 2008 36,340 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 35,981 miles

front wheel lateral run out 0.5mm!

rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm!

Fail 15 Mar 2007 35,981 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front wheel lateral run out 0.5mm!

rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm!

Pass 14 Mar 2006 35,167 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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H271 YYF is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1991 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 38,818 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 H271 YYF, 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 35 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 H271 YYF registered?

H271 YYF is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 2 May 1991.

Is H271 YYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H271 YYF 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.

Does H271 YYF have outstanding finance?

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