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K688 XCK

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

95,553 mi
Last recorded95,553 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK688 XCK
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 95,553 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 92,474 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 89,357 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 86,477 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 83,394 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 80,283 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 77,332 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 72,247 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 68,963 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 62,924 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 62,917 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 62,743 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 62,375 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 61,965 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 61,965 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 60,554 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 59,313 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 56,466 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 55,741 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 52,018 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 48,471 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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K688 XCK is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 K688 XCK, 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

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What year was K688 XCK registered?

K688 XCK is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 2 May 1993.

Is K688 XCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K688 XCK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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