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K527 AFS

1992 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,802 mi
Last recorded23,802 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK527 AFS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 23,802 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 23,673 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 23,423 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 23,318 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 22,968 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 22,743 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 22,433 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 22,254 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 22,132 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 22,068 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 22,061 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 22,052 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 21,981 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 21,673 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 21,585 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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K527 AFS is a 1992 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 K527 AFS, 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 K527 AFS?

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What year was K527 AFS registered?

K527 AFS is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 3 August 1992.

Is K527 AFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K527 AFS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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