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L298 JGS

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,418 mi
Last recorded34,418 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL298 JGS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,418 miles

Head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 3 Apr 2017 31,936 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 31,936 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 30,035 miles

Battery insecure

screen broken

Pass 8 Jan 2010 28,129 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 20,263 miles

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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L298 JGS is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L298 JGS, 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 L298 JGS registered?

L298 JGS is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 30 December 1993.

Is L298 JGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L298 JGS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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