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A72 LKE

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,653 mi
Last recorded87,653 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2014
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA72 LKE
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2014 87,653 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 78,116 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 69,464 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 64,158 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 63,894 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 63,894 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 63,656 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 27,933 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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A72 LKE is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A72 LKE, 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.

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What year was A72 LKE registered?

A72 LKE is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A72 LKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A72 LKE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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