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J588 NFK

1992 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,379 mi
Last recorded39,379 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ588 NFK
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 39,379 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 37,685 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 34,420 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 33,986 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 32,076 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 27,926 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 27,682 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 27,676 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 26,872 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 26,855 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 23,432 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011
Pass 18 Aug 2010 21,644 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2009 19,883 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 19,848 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 18,580 miles

slight cracks in frpnt tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2007 17,832 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 16,399 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2005 14,097 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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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J588 NFK is a 1992 BMW R80 in Blue 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 J588 NFK, 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.

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What year was J588 NFK registered?

J588 NFK is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 26 February 1992.

Is J588 NFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J588 NFK 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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