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A640 LLE

1984 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,131 mi
Last recorded19,131 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA640 LLE
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 19,131 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 19,127 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 19,120 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 19,115 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 19,111 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 19,001 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 16,327 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 16,327 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 14,794 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 13,601 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

l/h side cover loose

Fail 1 Sep 2011 12,125 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,125 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 10,592 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2010 10,592 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 9,011 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 4,948 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 4,948 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 1,944 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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A640 LLE is a 1984 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A640 LLE, 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

How do I check the history of A640 LLE?

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What year was A640 LLE registered?

A640 LLE is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 1 July 1984.

Is A640 LLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A640 LLE shows 18 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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