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L578 BPK

1993 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,753 mi
Last recorded30,753 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R8039,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL578 BPK
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 30,753 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 28,903 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 28,899 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 28,099 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 28,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 27,540 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 26,422 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 23,703 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 23,055 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 21,538 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 15,954 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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L578 BPK is a 1993 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L578 BPK, 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 L578 BPK?

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What year was L578 BPK registered?

L578 BPK is a 1993 BMW R80, first registered on 3 December 1993.

Is L578 BPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L578 BPK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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