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A685 JVR

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,730 mi
Last recorded29,730 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA685 JVR
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 29,730 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 29,389 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 29,390 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 29,389 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 29,389 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 29,389 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 29,292 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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A685 JVR is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A685 JVR, 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 A685 JVR registered?

A685 JVR is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 1 December 1983.

Is A685 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A685 JVR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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