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A585 SGO

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,548 mi
Last recorded79,548 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA585 SGO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 79,548 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 79,145 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 79,140 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 79,079 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 78,870 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 78,678 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 78,311 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 77,926 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 77,624 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 77,412 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 77,120 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 77,116 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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A585 SGO is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A585 SGO, 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 A585 SGO?

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What year was A585 SGO registered?

A585 SGO is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 12 December 1983.

Is A585 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A585 SGO shows 12 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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