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ANB 639Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,068 mi
Last recorded13,068 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANB 639Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 13,068 miles

Front advise front wheel bearing slightly rough

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 11,285 miles

slight vibration when front wheel is rotated possible wheel bearing

Pass 17 Aug 2020 10,342 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 9,281 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 9,259 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 9,120 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 8,859 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 7,887 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

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

rear tyre has multiple service cracks

Pass 8 Jun 2010 7,325 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 7,324 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2009 6,873 miles

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

Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 5,701 miles

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

front tyre has surface cracks on side wall

rear tyre has surface cracks on side wall

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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ANB 639Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 ANB 639Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ANB 639Y?

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What year was ANB 639Y registered?

ANB 639Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 6 April 1983.

Is ANB 639Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANB 639Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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