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K43 UAD

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,068 mi
Last recorded18,068 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK43 UAD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 18,068 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 17,900 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 12,511 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 12,352 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 12,289 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 12,176 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 11,719 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 11,345 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 11,345 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 10,914 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 10,783 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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K43 UAD is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K43 UAD, 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

How do I check the history of K43 UAD?

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What year was K43 UAD registered?

K43 UAD is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 5 March 1993.

Is K43 UAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K43 UAD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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