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L165 XDF

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,563 mi
Last recorded33,563 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL165 XDF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 33,563 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 30,493 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 30,347 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 30,313 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 30,130 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 29,662 miles

Rear tyre worn

Pass 10 Jul 2012 28,961 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 28,330 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 25,288 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 25,287 miles

Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 23,977 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 22,802 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 21,561 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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L165 XDF is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L165 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

How do I check the history of L165 XDF?

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What year was L165 XDF registered?

L165 XDF is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L165 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L165 XDF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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