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J328 CYL

1991 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,076 mi
Last recorded17,076 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ328 CYL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2025 17,076 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 17,076 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 17,076 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 17,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 17,076 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 17,076 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Oil Leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Brake Shoes (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 61,356 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 61,356 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 59,222 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2010 55,466 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 51,697 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 45,332 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 41,462 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 40,648 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 34,103 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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J328 CYL is a 1991 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J328 CYL, 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 J328 CYL registered?

J328 CYL is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 7 October 1991.

Is J328 CYL safe to buy?

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