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BMW R80

Red and Black · Petrol · 1990 · 798 cc

H98 SWWMOT history

H98 SWW is a red and black petrol BMW R80 first used on 3 Aug 1990. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,428 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H98 SWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
R80
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
798 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
3 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H98 SWW was last recorded at 87,428 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,454 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
974 miles
Average per year
3,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,428 miles
  • 2025 – 86,454 miles
  • 2024 – 84,271 miles
  • 2022 – 81,748 miles
  • 2021 – 79,582 miles
  • 2018 – 66,953 miles
  • 2017 – 66,778 miles
  • 2016 – 64,720 miles
  • 2014 – 64,048 miles
  • 2011 – 63,703 miles
  • 2010 – 62,090 miles
  • 2009 – 29,387 miles
  • 2008 – 16,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,428 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,428 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,428 miles
    Test number
    866880599034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,454 miles (+2,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,454 miles
    Test number
    837716769822
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass84,271 miles (+2,523)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,271 miles
    Test number
    888452399211
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly loose All not clipped (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Indicator lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass81,748 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,748 miles
    Test number
    106565760112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,747 miles (+2,165)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,747 miles
    Test number
    608323161686
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass79,582 miles (+12,629)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,582 miles
    Test number
    656340110411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,953 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    265395667506
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal slightly perished

  8. Fail66,953 miles (+175)2 dangerous1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    914462240406
    • DangerousSteering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected notchy with front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected tight (2.2.2 (f) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock wiring loom trapped (2.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal slightly perished

  9. Pass66,778 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,778 miles
    Test number
    950006369695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,720 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,720 miles
    Test number
    551392339538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,048 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,048 miles
    Test number
    686321374190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,703 miles
    Test number
    287542941246
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  13. Fail63,703 miles (+1,613)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,703 miles
    Test number
    567992041212
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  14. Pass62,090 miles (+32,703)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    283963720262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,387 miles (+7,870)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,387 miles
    Test number
    102780969167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,517 miles (+4,546)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,517 miles
    Test number
    573739969035
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
    • FailureRear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  17. Pass16,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,971 miles
    Test number
    461400708109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H98 SWW

Does H98 SWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H98 SWW is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on H98 SWW?
The MOT on H98 SWW is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H98 SWW done?
H98 SWW was recorded at 87,428 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 3,867 miles a year.
Has H98 SWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H98 SWW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on H98 SWW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on H98 SWW find?
H98 SWW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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