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M96 TAN

1995 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,210 mi
Last recorded54,210 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 1995 BMW R8031,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM96 TAN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 54,210 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 52,687 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 52,654 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015
Fail 12 May 2015 52,201 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 51,789 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 49,396 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 49,263 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 31,933 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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M96 TAN is a 1995 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc 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 M96 TAN, 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 M96 TAN registered?

M96 TAN is a 1995 BMW R80, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M96 TAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M96 TAN 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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