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A79 KBV

1983 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,706 mi
Last recorded1,706 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA79 KBV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 1,706 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 1,659 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 1,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 1,291 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 1,120 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 1,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 1,009 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 1,009 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 864 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 678 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 405 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 4 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 1,306 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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A79 KBV is a 1983 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 A79 KBV, 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 A79 KBV registered?

A79 KBV is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A79 KBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A79 KBV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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