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A600 FPV

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,134 mi
Last recorded52,134 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA600 FPV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 52,134 miles

Front brake light switch inoperative/disconnected and taped up

Pass 15 Jul 2022 51,396 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 50,777 miles

Front brake light switch inoperative/disconnected and taped up

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Sidecar Front and Rear (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 50,579 miles

Front brake light switch inoperative/disconnected and taped up

Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 49,786 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front brake light switch disconnected and wiring taped up

Pass 30 May 2018 49,128 miles

Front brake light switch inoperative.

Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-out (5.3.1a)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Fail 18 May 2018 49,109 miles

Sidecar front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp Sidecar (1.3.2)

Front brake light switch inoperative.

Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-out (5.3.1a)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 47,655 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 47,392 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 46,607 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 46,582 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 46,558 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 46,525 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 46,476 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 46,436 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 46,245 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2008 4,623 miles

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 4,623 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 46,210 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 46,157 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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A600 FPV is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A600 FPV, 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 A600 FPV?

You can check the full history of A600 FPV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A600 FPV registered?

A600 FPV is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A600 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A600 FPV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A600 FPV have outstanding finance?

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