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K648 FAU

1992 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,645 mi
Last recorded28,645 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK648 FAU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 28,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 28,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 28,220 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 28,128 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 27,985 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 27,980 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 26,324 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 23,650 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 19,797 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 15,658 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 11,593 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 11,579 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 11,570 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 11,510 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 11,447 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 11,051 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 10,679 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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K648 FAU is a 1992 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 K648 FAU, 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 K648 FAU registered?

K648 FAU is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 1 September 1992.

Is K648 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K648 FAU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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