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K997 OEU

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,040 mi
Last recorded44,040 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK997 OEU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 44,040 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 43,246 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 43,246 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working on rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2024 42,773 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 42,222 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 42,160 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 42,068 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 42,065 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 41,394 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 41,085 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 41,082 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 40,644 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 39,828 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 39,200 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 38,411 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 37,343 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 36,530 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 35,950 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 35,047 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 34,887 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 34,737 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 34,017 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2007 34,017 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 33,066 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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K997 OEU is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 K997 OEU, 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 K997 OEU registered?

K997 OEU is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 18 June 1993.

Is K997 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K997 OEU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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