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A502 BHR

1984 BMW R80

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,244 mi
Last recorded21,244 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA502 BHR
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 21,244 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 21,038 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 21,038 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 20,725 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 20,278 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 20,061 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 19,873 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 19,694 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 19,583 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 19,330 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 19,005 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 18,725 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 18,287 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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A502 BHR is a 1984 BMW R80 in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A502 BHR, 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 A502 BHR registered?

A502 BHR is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A502 BHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A502 BHR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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