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A705 GAP

1984 BMW R80

Multi-colour Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,632 mi
Last recorded27,632 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA705 GAP
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 27,632 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 27,629 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2023 27,485 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 27,284 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 26,789 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 25,502 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 25,023 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 24,754 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,676 miles

Centre stand does not fully return

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 24,001 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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A705 GAP is a 1984 BMW R80 in Multi-colour with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 A705 GAP, 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.

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What year was A705 GAP registered?

A705 GAP is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A705 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A705 GAP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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