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H946 XYL

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

22,526 mi
Last recorded22,526 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH946 XYL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 22,526 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 21,589 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 21,377 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 21,060 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 21,060 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 20,805 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 19,942 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 19,942 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 16,402 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 15,009 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 13,821 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 12,841 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 12,839 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded master cilender sticky (3.2.A1h)

Fuel system component leaking wrigh carborator (7.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 12,834 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 12,803 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 12,124 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,598 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 12,511 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 12,511 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 11,979 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 11,604 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 9,040 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 6,816 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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H946 XYL is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 H946 XYL, 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 H946 XYL registered?

H946 XYL is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 1 June 1991.

Is H946 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H946 XYL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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