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ATA 308Y

1982 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,057 mi
Last recorded47,057 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATA 308Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 47,057 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 46,884 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 46,017 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 45,646 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 45,473 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 44,648 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 44,648 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 49,434 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 43,562 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 42,832 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 41,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 May 2006 40,650 miles

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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ATA 308Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ATA 308Y, 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

How do I check the history of ATA 308Y?

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What year was ATA 308Y registered?

ATA 308Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 6 November 1982.

Is ATA 308Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATA 308Y 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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