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L851 JJH

1994 BMW R80

Turquoise Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,261 mi
Last recorded53,261 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL851 JJH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 53,261 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 51,838 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 51,244 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 50,655 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 50,421 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 50,139 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 49,412 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 48,765 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 48,348 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2014 47,945 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 47,384 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 47,384 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 46,650 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 46,127 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 45,183 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 45,183 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 44,244 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 41,031 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 35,559 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 35,021 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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L851 JJH is a 1994 BMW R80 in Turquoise with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 L851 JJH, 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

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What year was L851 JJH registered?

L851 JJH is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 25 February 1994.

Is L851 JJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L851 JJH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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