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M288 KON

1995 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,545 mi
Last recorded98,545 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 1995 BMW R8031,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM288 KON
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 98,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 98,346 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 98,062 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 98,062 miles

Centre Lower Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 97,777 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 97,400 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 97,197 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 96,711 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 96,711 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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M288 KON is a 1995 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 31,102 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 M288 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 31 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M288 KON registered?

M288 KON is a 1995 BMW R80, first registered on 5 January 1995.

Is M288 KON safe to buy?

The MOT history for M288 KON shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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