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L164 XDF

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,929 mi
Last recorded49,929 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL164 XDF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2025 49,929 miles

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 49,921 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 49,908 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 49,863 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 49,472 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 49,024 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 47,495 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 46,842 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 46,747 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 44,991 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 44,102 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 42,089 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 36,811 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 35,574 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 34,812 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 34,199 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 33,377 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 28,936 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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L164 XDF is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 L164 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 L164 XDF registered?

L164 XDF is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L164 XDF safe to buy?

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