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ACH 160T

1979 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,752 mi
Last recorded58,752 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACH 160T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2019 58,752 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 58,449 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 57,403 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 56,623 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 56,092 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 55,666 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 53,605 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 52,266 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 51,189 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 51,179 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 50,217 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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ACH 160T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 ACH 160T, 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 47 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 ACH 160T?

You can check the full history of ACH 160T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ACH 160T registered?

ACH 160T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 10 February 1979.

Is ACH 160T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACH 160T shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACH 160T have outstanding finance?

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