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H856 BGW

1991 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH856 BGW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 21 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 20 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016
Pass 6 Jul 2015 91,454 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 91,454 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 90,868 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 90,249 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 90,121 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 89,904 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 89,453 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 88,402 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 87,380 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 86,601 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 86,593 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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H856 BGW is a 1991 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H856 BGW, 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 H856 BGW?

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What year was H856 BGW registered?

H856 BGW is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 26 March 1991.

Is H856 BGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H856 BGW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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