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A83 RSU

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

70,642 mi
Last recorded70,642 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA83 RSU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 70,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 70,641 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 68,994 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 67,601 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 66,521 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 65,969 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 65,509 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 65,509 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 64,529 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Jul 2012 64,529 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2010 37,225 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 37,225 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 37,126 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 36,714 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 36,653 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006

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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A83 RSU is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A83 RSU, 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 A83 RSU registered?

A83 RSU is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 16 August 1983.

Is A83 RSU safe to buy?

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