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38,231 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
slight oil leak from gaiter between transmission and swinging arm
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
How Reliable is the BMW R80?
Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.
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R542 GMV is a 1998 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.
Across all 1998 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 48,336 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 R542 GMV, 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 28 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R542 GMV registered?
R542 GMV is a 1998 BMW R80, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is R542 GMV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R542 GMV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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