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AYF 961T

1979 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,361 mi
Last recorded1,361 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYF 961T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 1,361 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 393 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 25,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 24,833 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 23,859 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 May 2011 23,859 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 23,695 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 14 Jun 2008 23,676 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 23,676 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 22,935 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 22,279 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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AYF 961T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AYF 961T, 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 AYF 961T?

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What year was AYF 961T registered?

AYF 961T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 8 March 1979.

Is AYF 961T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYF 961T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AYF 961T have outstanding finance?

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