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J317 DYH

1992 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,048 mi
Last recorded16,048 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ317 DYH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 16,048 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 13,679 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 11,472 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 10,522 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 10,514 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 10,514 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 2,813 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Side wall cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

L/H grip loose.

Fail 24 May 2019 2,813 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

L/H grip loose.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Side wall cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 1,184 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 98,885 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 95,433 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 91,977 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 90,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 86,516 miles

Seat not fitted correctly.

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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J317 DYH is a 1992 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 J317 DYH, 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 J317 DYH registered?

J317 DYH is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J317 DYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J317 DYH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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