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B173 WKP

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,963 mi
Last recorded53,963 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB173 WKP
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2014 53,963 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 53,913 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 53,906 miles

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

slight play in front fork assemblies

Pass 31 May 2010 53,893 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 53,785 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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B173 WKP is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B173 WKP, 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 B173 WKP registered?

B173 WKP is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 6 March 1985.

Is B173 WKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B173 WKP shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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