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R542 GMV

1998 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,231 mi
Last recorded38,231 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R8048,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR542 GMV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 38,231 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 36,840 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 36,300 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 36,154 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 35,895 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 35,895 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 35,668 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 35,020 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 34,767 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 33,764 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 33,225 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight oil leak from gaiter between transmission and swinging arm

Pass 23 Oct 2015 32,682 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Nov 2014 31,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 31,274 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,593 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 29,715 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 29,005 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 28,401 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 27,767 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R542 GMV?

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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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