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B174 VYT

1985 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

315 mi
Last recorded315 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB174 VYT
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 315 miles

Offside Rear slightly oil leaking aroung gear shaft

Pass 25 Apr 2023
Pass 16 Apr 2022 89,900 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 89,433 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 89,433 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 88,367 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 88,367 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 82,823 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 81,642 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 81,463 miles

FRONT BRAKE LEVER STICKY

LOCK STOP ONLY JUST EFFECTIVE

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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B174 VYT is a 1985 BMW R80 in Orange with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B174 VYT, 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

How do I check the history of B174 VYT?

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What year was B174 VYT registered?

B174 VYT is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B174 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B174 VYT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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