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K187 AJB

1992 BMW R80

Purple Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,818 mi
Last recorded79,818 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK187 AJB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2013 79,818 miles

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

Speedometer not working

Windshield deteriorated

Fail 17 Dec 2013 79,818 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Speedometer not working

Windshield deteriorated

Pass 29 Nov 2012 73,112 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 59,960 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

oil leak

Pass 4 May 2010 49,260 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 49,260 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,373 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 30,227 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 23,046 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 22,320 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2006 11,402 miles

ADVISE: Fairing screen in poor condition (difficult to see through)

ADVISE: One, or both front brake discs very lightly buckled.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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K187 AJB is a 1992 BMW R80 in Purple with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K187 AJB, 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 K187 AJB registered?

K187 AJB is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 24 August 1992.

Is K187 AJB safe to buy?

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