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L818 GFV

1994 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

38,710 mi
Last recorded38,710 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL818 GFV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 38,710 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 38,703 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 38,703 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 38,680 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 38,670 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 71 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 38,601 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,562 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 38,275 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 37,988 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 37,762 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 37,498 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 37,240 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 37,240 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 36,979 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 36,615 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,158 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 35,579 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 35,579 miles

Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2007 35,203 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 34,372 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2005 32,071 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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L818 GFV is a 1994 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L818 GFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L818 GFV?

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What year was L818 GFV registered?

L818 GFV is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 22 April 1994.

Is L818 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L818 GFV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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