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K721 GNW

1992 BMW R80

Purple Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,888 mi
Last recorded50,888 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW R8039,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK721 GNW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 50,888 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 50,814 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 50,545 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 50,350 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 49,838 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 49,724 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 49,488 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 48,815 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 48,069 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 47,957 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 47,893 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 47,893 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 47,428 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 47,405 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 46,329 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2007 43,635 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 43,635 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 41,377 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 41,377 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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K721 GNW is a 1992 BMW R80 in Purple with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 K721 GNW, 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 K721 GNW registered?

K721 GNW is a 1992 BMW R80, first registered on 7 September 1992.

Is K721 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K721 GNW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K721 GNW have outstanding finance?

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