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M588 VFS

1995 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

31,276 mi
Last recorded31,276 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1995 BMW R8031,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM588 VFS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 31,276 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 30,986 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 30,263 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated link pipe (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 29,741 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 29,472 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 29,472 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 27,167 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

mirrior cracked offside

Fail 31 Jul 2012 26,746 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 26,746 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 25,398 miles

o/s mirror glass loose

Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,056 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 24,056 miles

Rear Brake linkage excessively corroded (3.2.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2009 19,717 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 27 Apr 2009 19,717 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 18,481 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 18,481 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 18,513 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 18,513 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,587 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 17,587 miles

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

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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M588 VFS is a 1995 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 M588 VFS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M588 VFS registered?

M588 VFS is a 1995 BMW R80, first registered on 15 April 1995.

Is M588 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M588 VFS shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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