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H279 YMV

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,900 mi
Last recorded97,900 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2022
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH279 YMV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2022 97,900 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 97,895 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 97,875 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 97,854 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 97,854 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 97,709 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 97,709 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 97,365 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded underside of front mudguard (3.2.B2a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2014 95,645 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 95,645 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 92,847 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 88,620 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2009 83,259 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 81,210 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 79,633 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 79,631 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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H279 YMV is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H279 YMV, 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 H279 YMV registered?

H279 YMV is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 18 January 1991.

Is H279 YMV safe to buy?

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