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K519 UCU

1992 BMW R80

Purple Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,652 mi
Last recorded50,652 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK519 UCU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 50,652 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 50,316 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 50,177 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 49,750 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 49,517 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Fairing Panel slightly lose.

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 49,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 48,465 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 48,087 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 May 2017 47,813 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 47,188 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 46,846 miles

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 14 May 2014 46,388 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front tyre under spec O/e tyre rated to 130 mph tyre fitted now only rated to 93mph

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 14 May 2014 46,388 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front tyre under spec O/e tyre rated to 130 mph tyre fitted now only rated to 93mph

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 22 May 2013 45,647 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 45,398 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2011 45,010 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

seat hinge pins mnissing

Pass 12 Feb 2010 44,698 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2010 44,682 miles

Rear Brake lever excessively corroded (3.2.A1c)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 44,071 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 44,071 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 43,103 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 41,926 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 41,009 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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K519 UCU is a 1992 BMW R80 in Purple with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 K519 UCU, 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 K519 UCU registered?

K519 UCU is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 15 September 1992.

Is K519 UCU safe to buy?

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