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A213 BCH

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

13,137 mi
Last recorded13,137 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA213 BCH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 13,137 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,575 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 31,542 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 42,413 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 42,413 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 42,181 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 41,622 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 41,225 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 40,622 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 40,622 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 39,876 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 39,874 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 39,144 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 39,144 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 38,603 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 37,464 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 36,948 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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A213 BCH is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 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 A213 BCH, 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 43 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 A213 BCH registered?

A213 BCH is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A213 BCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A213 BCH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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