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A428 JRN

1984 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

875 mi
Last recorded875 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA428 JRN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 875 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 737 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 733 miles

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 15 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 58,056 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 57,640 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 56,869 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 55,953 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 55,199 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 4,950 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 53,633 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 52,669 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 51,489 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 50,490 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2007 49,686 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2007 49,686 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 48,107 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 48,107 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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A428 JRN is a 1984 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A428 JRN, 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 A428 JRN registered?

A428 JRN is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 21 June 1984.

Is A428 JRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A428 JRN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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