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H821 HJN

1990 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

46,593 mi
Last recorded46,593 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH821 HJN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 46,593 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2026 46,593 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 44,701 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 44,248 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 44,122 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 43,749 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 43,537 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 43,479 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 43,456 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 42,857 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 42,762 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 42,698 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 42,620 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,545 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 42,191 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 41,379 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 40,951 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 40,951 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 39,065 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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H821 HJN is a 1990 BMW R80 in Black 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 H821 HJN, 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 H821 HJN?

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What year was H821 HJN registered?

H821 HJN is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1990.

Is H821 HJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H821 HJN 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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