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J80 PSB

1997 BMW R Series

Maroon Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,061 mi
Last recorded28,061 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R Series39,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ80 PSB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 28,061 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 28,061 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 27,100 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 27,072 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 27,050 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 100/90 V 18 Pirelli Phantom (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 26,751 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 26,695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 25,431 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 24,841 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,762 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 24,722 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 24,693 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 24,341 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 20,934 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 20,934 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 20,853 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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J80 PSB is a 1997 BMW R Series in Maroon with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,828 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J80 PSB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J80 PSB?

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What year was J80 PSB registered?

J80 PSB is a 1997 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 December 1997.

Is J80 PSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J80 PSB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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