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H485 AVU

1990 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,703 mi
Last recorded18,703 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH485 AVU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 18,703 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 13,172 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,162 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 6,857 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 4,620 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 4,617 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 52,380 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 49,368 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 43,483 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2008 434,474 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2007 37,761 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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H485 AVU is a 1990 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 H485 AVU, 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

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What year was H485 AVU registered?

H485 AVU is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 16 August 1990.

Is H485 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H485 AVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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