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J51 XUX

1992 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,573 mi
Last recorded57,573 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ51 XUX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 57,573 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 57,554 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 57,235 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 56,578 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 55,792 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 55,042 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 54,772 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 54,518 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 54,161 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 53,897 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 53,030 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 52,245 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 52,214 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 49,574 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 49,293 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 46,148 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 43,919 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 43,916 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 41,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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J51 XUX is a 1992 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 J51 XUX, 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

How do I check the history of J51 XUX?

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What year was J51 XUX registered?

J51 XUX is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 12 June 1992.

Is J51 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J51 XUX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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