BMW R80
MotorcycleFrom 1,078 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 9 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 9 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 8 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 3 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 93.2% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1985 | 92.5% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 1984 | 88.6% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all R80s tested had between 18,228 and 53,477 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 33,372 median miles, the R80 has 0.03 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW R80 MOT pass rate?
The BMW R80 has a 90.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,078 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW R80?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW R80 is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW R80 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW R80 is 33,372 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,228 and 53,477 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.