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J553 LMW

1992 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,264 mi
Last recorded1,264 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ553 LMW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 1,264 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 3 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 39,654 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 39,654 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 39,643 miles

Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

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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J553 LMW is a 1992 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J553 LMW, 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 J553 LMW registered?

J553 LMW is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 19 March 1992.

Is J553 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J553 LMW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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