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A353 SYN

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,729 mi
Last recorded68,729 miles
Recorded on7 May 2008
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA353 SYN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2008 68,729 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 68,729 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 68,540 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 68,336 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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A353 SYN is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A353 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A353 SYN?

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What year was A353 SYN registered?

A353 SYN is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 13 October 1983.

Is A353 SYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A353 SYN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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