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A305 CAN

1984 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

11,539 mi
Last recorded11,539 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA305 CAN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 11,539 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 11,173 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 1,023 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 10,174 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 7,971 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 5,477 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 5,477 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2016
Fail 5 Oct 2016

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 36,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 36,769 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 36,769 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 33,048 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 32,501 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 31,707 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 31,706 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 31,693 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 30,713 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 27,991 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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A305 CAN is a 1984 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A305 CAN, 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.

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What year was A305 CAN registered?

A305 CAN is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 17 April 1984.

Is A305 CAN safe to buy?

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