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J559 OPA

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,850 mi
Last recorded42,850 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ559 OPA
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 42,850 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracks (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracks (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 42,850 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracks (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracks (5.2.3 (j))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 42,573 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

front brake hose slightly perished

Pass 14 Feb 2018 42,563 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (3.2.B3b)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 42,556 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish (3.2.B3b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perished (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perished (4.1.2c)

oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2016 42,534 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 42,500 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 42,232 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 42,038 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 42,024 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 42,007 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 41,861 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 41,614 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 41,614 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 41,594 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 41,377 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,954 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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J559 OPA is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J559 OPA, 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

How do I check the history of J559 OPA?

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What year was J559 OPA registered?

J559 OPA is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 2 August 1991.

Is J559 OPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J559 OPA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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