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L266 DPF

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,907 mi
Last recorded19,907 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2009
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL266 DPF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2009 19,907 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 19,867 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,320 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 17,016 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 17,016 miles

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

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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L266 DPF is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L266 DPF, 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 L266 DPF registered?

L266 DPF is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 21 December 1993.

Is L266 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L266 DPF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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