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J819 EMX

1991 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,058 mi
Last recorded53,058 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW R8038,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ819 EMX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 53,058 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 52,639 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 52,209 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 51,823 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 51,067 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 50,168 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 49,808 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 48,693 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 48,192 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 46,474 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 46,193 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 45,532 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2014 45,532 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,054 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 42,852 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,580 miles

Front Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 40,074 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 38,423 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,286 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 36,198 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 34,513 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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J819 EMX is a 1991 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J819 EMX, 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

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What year was J819 EMX registered?

J819 EMX is a 1991 BMW R80, first registered on 2 September 1991.

Is J819 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J819 EMX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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