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A726 DGM

1984 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

654 mi
Last recorded654 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA726 DGM
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 654 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 May 2022 607 miles

fork gators fitted

no mirrors fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2021 567 miles

advise for gaiters fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2021 567 miles

advise for gaiters fitted

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 457 miles

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

front fork gators fitted

no mirrors fitted.

Pass 5 Oct 2018 374 miles

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

fork gators fitted

no mirrors fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2018 374 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

fork gators fitted

no mirrors fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2017 18 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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A726 DGM is a 1984 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A726 DGM, 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

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What year was A726 DGM registered?

A726 DGM is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 3 July 1984.

Is A726 DGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A726 DGM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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