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A171 OKM

1984 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,995 mi
Last recorded32,995 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA171 OKM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 32,995 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 32,904 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 32,700 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 32,237 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 32,237 miles

Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 31,552 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 31,552 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 30,757 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 30,219 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 30,219 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 29,850 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 29,148 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 28,472 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 May 2012 28,472 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 27,413 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 May 2011 27,413 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 25,199 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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A171 OKM is a 1984 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1984 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 38,602 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 A171 OKM, 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 42 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A171 OKM registered?

A171 OKM is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 2 May 1984.

Is A171 OKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A171 OKM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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