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K272 OAF

1992 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,712 mi
Last recorded47,712 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK272 OAF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2025 47,712 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 45,273 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 42,437 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 38,777 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 36,866 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 32,747 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 27,810 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 25,748 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Sep 2015 24,830 miles

Main beam indicator light not working

Pass 26 Sep 2014 24,282 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 22,842 miles

main beam indicator light not working

Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,982 miles

Main Beam Warning Light Not Working

Pass 19 Aug 2011 20,710 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 19,968 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,721 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 19,359 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 3 Sep 2007 18,878 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 17,540 miles

Rear 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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K272 OAF is a 1992 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 K272 OAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K272 OAF registered?

K272 OAF is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 24 September 1992.

Is K272 OAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K272 OAF shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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