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J288 KCV

1991 BMW R80

Purple Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,639 mi
Last recorded9,639 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ288 KCV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 9,639 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 39,242 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 39,242 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 34,007 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 29,599 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 28,659 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 28,499 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 28,397 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 28,337 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 28,331 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 28,330 miles

Front parking light not working.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 28,217 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 27,598 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 27,453 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 27,453 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 24,981 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 24,981 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 24,081 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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J288 KCV is a 1991 BMW R80 in Purple with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J288 KCV, 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 J288 KCV registered?

J288 KCV is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 1 September 1991.

Is J288 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J288 KCV shows 18 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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