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H478 AJV

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,476 mi
Last recorded38,476 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH478 AJV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 38,476 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 37,517 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 35,400 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 34,213 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 34,006 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 31,704 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 30,547 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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H478 AJV is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 H478 AJV, 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

How do I check the history of H478 AJV?

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What year was H478 AJV registered?

H478 AJV is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 14 June 1991.

Is H478 AJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H478 AJV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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