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J272 ENG

1992 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,948 mi
Last recorded40,948 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ272 ENG
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 40,948 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 40,785 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 40,676 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 40,643 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 40,459 miles

Tyres have slight cracking to sidewalls.

Pass 29 Mar 2021 40,265 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 40,024 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 39,833 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 39,486 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 39,163 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 39,163 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 38,957 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 38,641 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 38,401 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 37,977 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,315 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 36,476 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 36,476 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 35,524 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 35,524 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 33,755 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 31,513 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 30,539 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 30,539 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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J272 ENG is a 1992 BMW R80 in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 39,518 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 J272 ENG, 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 34 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 J272 ENG registered?

J272 ENG is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J272 ENG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J272 ENG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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