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H806 XYH

1990 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,150 mi
Last recorded34,150 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH806 XYH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 34,150 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 32,813 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 32,813 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2009 63,120 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 63,120 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 63,101 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 21,250 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 61,216 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 58,786 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 57,710 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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H806 XYH is a 1990 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 H806 XYH, 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 H806 XYH registered?

H806 XYH is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H806 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H806 XYH shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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