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A744 BJH

1984 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,351 mi
Last recorded62,351 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA744 BJH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 62,351 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 62,348 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 61,872 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 61,758 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 61,660 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 61,527 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 61,340 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 61,305 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 61,215 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 61,118 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 60,696 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 60,696 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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A744 BJH is a 1984 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A744 BJH, 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 A744 BJH registered?

A744 BJH is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 8 March 1984.

Is A744 BJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A744 BJH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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