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ABW 916X

1982 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,214 mi
Last recorded20,214 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 916X
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 20,214 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 20,195 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 19,524 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 19,517 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 18,532 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 17,671 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 16,678 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 14,593 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 12,700 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 12,687 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

no flashers fitted at time of test

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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ABW 916X is a 1982 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,848 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 ABW 916X, 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 44 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 ABW 916X registered?

ABW 916X is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 24 May 1982.

Is ABW 916X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 916X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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