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H31 AMB

1991 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,039 mi
Last recorded28,039 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH31 AMB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 28,039 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 27,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 27,737 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 27,707 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 27,245 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 26,165 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 26,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2018 22,618 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 22,586 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 21,000 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 May 2016 17,540 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 17,523 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 17,495 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 17,458 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 17,407 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 17,392 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,822 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 16,822 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,467 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 15,990 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 14,912 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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H31 AMB is a 1991 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H31 AMB, 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 H31 AMB registered?

H31 AMB is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 22 April 1991.

Is H31 AMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H31 AMB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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