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B164 AYC

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,311 mi
Last recorded42,311 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB164 AYC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2016 42,311 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 42,309 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Both rear indicators have movement in their mountings

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

The frame is corroded at the mounting point for the neareside exhaust

The seat base is corroded

The seat is held on with a strap

The top fork yoke traps the wiring loom on full left hand lock

There is an engine oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2011 38,981 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 38,972 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 35,836 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 May 2009 35,836 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 33,367 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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B164 AYC 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 57.1%.

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 B164 AYC, 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.

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What year was B164 AYC registered?

B164 AYC is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 19 April 1985.

Is B164 AYC safe to buy?

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