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AET 118T

1979 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,395 mi
Last recorded33,395 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAET 118T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2017 33,395 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2016 33,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2011 331,522 miles
Fail 2 May 2011 33,126 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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AET 118T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AET 118T, 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 AET 118T?

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What year was AET 118T registered?

AET 118T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 6 March 1979.

Is AET 118T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AET 118T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AET 118T have outstanding finance?

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