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M277 KON

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,624 mi
Last recorded23,624 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM277 KON
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 23,624 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 23,400 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 23,144 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 22,907 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 22,687 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 22,518 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 22,385 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 22,172 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 21,716 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 21,716 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 21,368 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 20,421 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 20,421 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 26 Jul 2014 19,215 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 19,215 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,862 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 18,799 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 18,374 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 17,899 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 17,339 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 17,105 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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M277 KON is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M277 KON, 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 M277 KON registered?

M277 KON is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 12 September 1994.

Is M277 KON safe to buy?

The MOT history for M277 KON shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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