CarVerify

Free Car Check

K811 KNN

1998 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,002 mi
Last recorded91,002 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R8048,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK811 KNN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
View full BMW R80 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 91,002 miles

New speedo fitted since last MOT.

Pass 15 Nov 2021 50,703 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 50,616 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 50,334 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 49,960 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 49,758 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 49,022 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 47,609 miles

Nearside Front Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 47,609 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 46,269 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,961 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 44,574 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 43,598 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 41,604 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 40,679 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 39,868 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 38,967 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
Full BMW R80 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K811 KNN is a 1998 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 48,336 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 K811 KNN, 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 28 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 K811 KNN?

You can check the full history of K811 KNN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K811 KNN registered?

K811 KNN is a 1998 BMW R80, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is K811 KNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K811 KNN 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.

Does K811 KNN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K811 KNN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.