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L126 FDW

1994 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,590 mi
Last recorded48,590 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2024
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL126 FDW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2024 48,590 miles

Front Front brake hose insecure

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 48,504 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 47,444 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 47,444 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly slow to return (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 47,297 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 47,035 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 46,915 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 56,222 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 56,222 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 55,753 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 55,194 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 55,108 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 54,464 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 54,464 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 54,464 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 53,822 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 52,735 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 52,646 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 52,498 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 51,989 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 51,559 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 51,072 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2006 50,291 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 50,291 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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L126 FDW is a 1994 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 46,191 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 L126 FDW, 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 32 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 L126 FDW registered?

L126 FDW is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 26 March 1994.

Is L126 FDW safe to buy?

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