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ATC 978V

1980 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,946 mi
Last recorded28,946 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATC 978V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 28,946 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 28,881 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 28,828 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 28,703 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 28,689 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2015 28,689 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 28,594 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,451 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 28,416 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 28,391 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 28,121 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 27,913 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 27,419 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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ATC 978V is a 1980 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 ATC 978V, 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 46 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 ATC 978V registered?

ATC 978V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is ATC 978V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATC 978V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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