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L161 XDF

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,622 mi
Last recorded59,622 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL161 XDF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 59,622 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 58,023 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 57,082 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 56,216 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 55,599 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 54,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Foreign body in tyre

Pass 10 Apr 2020 53,762 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 52,956 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 52,144 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 50,926 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,311 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 50,006 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,594 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 47,440 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 46,642 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 45,739 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 44,508 miles

cut in rear tyre

Pass 21 Apr 2009 41,242 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,547 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 37,425 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 34,899 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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L161 XDF is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L161 XDF, 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 L161 XDF registered?

L161 XDF is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 10 December 1993.

Is L161 XDF safe to buy?

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