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A689 MUB

1983 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,577 mi
Last recorded31,577 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA689 MUB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 31,577 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2020 30,384 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 30,183 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 29,820 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 29,772 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 29,057 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 28,770 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 25,865 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 25,661 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 24,273 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 21,503 miles

Slight noise / movement front wheel bearing

Fail 19 Nov 2010 21,497 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Slight noise / movement front wheel bearing

Pass 10 Nov 2009 18,315 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 17,307 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 17,266 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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A689 MUB is a 1983 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 A689 MUB, 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 A689 MUB registered?

A689 MUB is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 14 November 1983.

Is A689 MUB safe to buy?

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