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H973 XYH

1990 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,009 mi
Last recorded95,009 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 1990 BMW R8042,193 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH973 XYH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 95,009 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 91,845 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 90,236 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 48,518 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 47,616 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 46,649 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 46,267 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 45,922 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 39,553 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2012 39,553 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 38,836 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 34,760 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 34,760 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 13 May 2009 33,988 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2009 33,988 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 31,158 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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H973 XYH is a 1990 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 H973 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.

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What year was H973 XYH registered?

H973 XYH is a 1990 BMW R80, first registered on 1 November 1990.

Is H973 XYH safe to buy?

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