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H580 VSS

1991 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,400 mi
Last recorded28,400 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
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

RegistrationH580 VSS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2025 28,400 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 28,261 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 28,182 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 28,169 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 28,157 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 28,062 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 27,916 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 27,475 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 27,442 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,810 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 26,776 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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H580 VSS is a 1991 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 H580 VSS, 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 H580 VSS?

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What year was H580 VSS registered?

H580 VSS is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 5 July 1991.

Is H580 VSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H580 VSS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H580 VSS have outstanding finance?

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