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L195 VGT

1994 BMW R80

Turquoise Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,118 mi
Last recorded59,118 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL195 VGT
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 59,118 miles

Front screen is deteriorated

brake pipes are corroded

Fail 20 Jul 2022 59,118 miles

Front screen is deteriorated

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

brake pipes are corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2021 57,509 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 56,494 miles

front screen opaque

Pass 16 Jul 2019 55,056 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded slight corrosion all front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 55,056 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded slight corrosion all front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 51,827 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded cross over pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

luggage rack loose n/s lower fixing bolt

Pass 11 Jul 2017 45,215 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 36,008 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 25,432 miles

clutch lever pivot worn

front brake pipes slighty rusty under mudguard

Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,524 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

adjust up rear brake cable

Fail 8 Jul 2014 18,524 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

adjust up rear brake cable

Pass 4 Jul 2013 9,050 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 1,565 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 96,875 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 92,456 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

wheels out of aligenment

wind screen dirty/obscured

Pass 9 Jul 2009 88,151 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 8 Jul 2008 81,833 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 75,175 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

front brake rubbing slightly

Pass 11 Jul 2006 63,365 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 63,365 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 53,847 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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L195 VGT is a 1994 BMW R80 in Turquoise with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L195 VGT, 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.

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What year was L195 VGT registered?

L195 VGT is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 16 June 1994.

Is L195 VGT safe to buy?

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