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K266 XCF

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,576 mi
Last recorded61,576 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK266 XCF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 61,576 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 61,347 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 60,963 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 60,737 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 60,416 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 60,028 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 59,806 miles

Rear fairing broken both sides under seat

Pass 21 May 2018 59,390 miles

Rear fairing cracked under the rear seat on both sides

Pass 2 Jun 2017 58,950 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 57,696 miles

Advise rear tyre worn close to wear indicator

Pass 11 Jun 2015 57,512 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 56,814 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 56,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 55,685 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 55,685 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 53,146 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 53,146 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 51,417 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 49,910 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 46,031 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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K266 XCF is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1993 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 39,883 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 K266 XCF, 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 33 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 K266 XCF registered?

K266 XCF is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 12 March 1993.

Is K266 XCF safe to buy?

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