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A334 SYN

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,797 mi
Last recorded34,797 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA334 SYN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 34,797 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 34,607 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 34,607 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 34,552 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 34,020 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 33,997 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 33,704 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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A334 SYN is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A334 SYN, 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.

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What year was A334 SYN registered?

A334 SYN is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 12 August 1983.

Is A334 SYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A334 SYN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A334 SYN have outstanding finance?

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