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H523 CRO

1990 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

95,987 mi
Last recorded95,987 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH523 CRO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 95,987 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 33,065 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 33,065 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 33,065 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 33,065 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 33,065 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 33,065 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 28,571 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 22,569 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 22,569 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 16,689 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 13,204 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 12,728 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,654 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 11,465 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 10,756 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 9,298 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 8,211 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 6,624 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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H523 CRO is a 1990 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 H523 CRO, 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 H523 CRO?

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What year was H523 CRO registered?

H523 CRO is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 20 August 1990.

Is H523 CRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H523 CRO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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