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L415 GBL

1993 BMW R80

Purple Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,377 mi
Last recorded73,377 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL415 GBL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 73,377 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 73,377 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 73,360 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 72,380 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 72,246 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 62,442 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 62,233 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 61,778 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 61,241 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 59,387 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 55,892 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 53,855 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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L415 GBL is a 1993 BMW R80 in Purple with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 L415 GBL, 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 L415 GBL registered?

L415 GBL is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 22 September 1993.

Is L415 GBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L415 GBL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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