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H873 XYH

1990 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,954 mi
Last recorded34,954 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH873 XYH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 34,954 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front metal brake pipe running close to tyre (1.1.11 (d) (i))

bike has been modified/ customized

Fail 1 Dec 2018 34,954 miles

Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front metal brake pipe running close to tyre (1.1.11 (d) (i))

bike has been modified/ customized

Pass 22 Jan 2014 34,909 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 33,881 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 87,487 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 89,914 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 89,914 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 89,914 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 88,715 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 16 Mar 2007 81,415 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 77,127 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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H873 XYH is a 1990 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 H873 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 H873 XYH registered?

H873 XYH is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 4 October 1990.

Is H873 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H873 XYH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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