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A851 YBL

1984 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

58,679 mi
Last recorded58,679 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA851 YBL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 58,679 miles

bike showing signs of corrosion in places

Fail 16 Mar 2010 58,662 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 58,662 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 58,179 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 58,179 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 57,934 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 57,934 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 57,179 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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A851 YBL is a 1984 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 A851 YBL, 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

How do I check the history of A851 YBL?

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What year was A851 YBL registered?

A851 YBL is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 5 January 1984.

Is A851 YBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A851 YBL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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