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K446 JGX

1992 BMW R80

Purple Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,361 mi
Last recorded35,361 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK446 JGX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 35,361 miles

LIGHT CRACKING ON REAR TYRE SIDE WALLS

Pass 3 Apr 2020 35,346 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 35,305 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 35,305 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2012 35,099 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 35,099 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 34,752 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 34,133 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 33,837 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 33,835 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 33,024 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 33,024 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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K446 JGX is a 1992 BMW R80 in Purple with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K446 JGX, 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

How do I check the history of K446 JGX?

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What year was K446 JGX registered?

K446 JGX is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 22 August 1992.

Is K446 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K446 JGX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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