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H769 JRX

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

10 mi
Last recorded10 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH769 JRX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 10 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 10 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 20,467 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 20,352 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 19,899 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre perished

Pass 11 Jun 2021 18,341 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 18,205 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,205 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 18,086 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 17,694 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,395 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 17,395 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,395 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 16,395 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 16,467 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 16,061 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,061 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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H769 JRX is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 H769 JRX, 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

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What year was H769 JRX registered?

H769 JRX is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 15 January 1991.

Is H769 JRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H769 JRX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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