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A502 HJA

1983 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,641 mi
Last recorded6,641 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA502 HJA
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 6,641 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 6,299 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 5,924 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 5,911 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 5,536 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 4,457 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 3,669 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 2,544 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 2,544 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 HJA is a 1983 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 HJA, 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

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What year was A502 HJA registered?

A502 HJA is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 5 August 1983.

Is A502 HJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A502 HJA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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