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A681 KVG

1983 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

3,420 mi
Last recorded3,420 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA681 KVG
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 3,420 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 3,228 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 413 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 195 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020
Fail 26 Jun 2020

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 9,863 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 9,863 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 9,863 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 9,863 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2015 9,863 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 9,863 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 9,863 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 9,861 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 9,220 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 8,680 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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A681 KVG is a 1983 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A681 KVG, 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 A681 KVG registered?

A681 KVG is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 28 October 1983.

Is A681 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A681 KVG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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