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J420 SND

1992 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

639 mi
Last recorded639 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ420 SND
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 639 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 639 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 3 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 43,448 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 45,439 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 43,319 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 43,315 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 43,197 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 43,035 miles

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

Front Outer front tyre has cracking on sidewall (but no cords showing)

Oil leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play head bearing has slight notch in middle (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 42,835 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 42,818 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 42,206 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 41,747 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 41,357 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 40,489 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 40,479 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 40,298 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 39,933 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 39,551 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 38,318 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 37,782 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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J420 SND is a 1992 BMW R80 in Grey with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J420 SND, 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 J420 SND registered?

J420 SND is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J420 SND safe to buy?

The MOT history for J420 SND shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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