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B127 OJU

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,356 mi
Last recorded37,356 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB127 OJU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 37,356 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 23,320 miles

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

front lower right fork clamp has 2 securing bolts 1 is missing but is still secure

Pass 18 Aug 2022 14,081 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

slight oil leak from rear drive shaft unit

Pass 21 Jun 2021 96,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2020 84,178 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 83,750 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 83,750 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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B127 OJU is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 40,822 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 B127 OJU, 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 41 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 B127 OJU registered?

B127 OJU is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 9 May 1985.

Is B127 OJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B127 OJU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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