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A487 TBW

2010 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,463 mi
Last recorded66,463 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA487 TBW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 66,463 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 65,375 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 64,391 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 63,179 miles

Rear stop lamp switch on brake pedal inoperative and broken

panelwork obscuring components unable to carry out full inspections

Pass 11 Oct 2016 62,314 miles

rear brake light switch is not working

Fail 5 Oct 2016 62,280 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake light switch is not working

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit linings are broken and parting from backplates (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Oct 2015 61,220 miles

Rear stop lamp switch seized rear brake pedal

Pass 4 Oct 2014 60,060 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 4 Oct 2014 60,060 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 58,248 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 58,248 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 55,546 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 55,546 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 51,236 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 50,849 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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A487 TBW is a 2010 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 A487 TBW, 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 16 years old, this BMW R80 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A487 TBW registered?

A487 TBW is a 2010 BMW R80, first registered on 25 June 2010.

Is A487 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A487 TBW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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