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H379 BKL

1990 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,607 mi
Last recorded90,607 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH379 BKL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 90,607 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 83,756 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 83,751 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 74,581 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 67,584 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 64,020 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 63,335 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 61,644 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 60,915 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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H379 BKL is a 1990 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,193 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 H379 BKL, 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 36 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H379 BKL?

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What year was H379 BKL registered?

H379 BKL is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 17 September 1990.

Is H379 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H379 BKL shows 9 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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