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B198 LCH

1985 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,896 mi
Last recorded15,896 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB198 LCH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 15,896 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 14,614 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 14,614 miles

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 14,562 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 14,560 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 14,527 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 14,321 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 14,248 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 14,248 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 14,163 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 14,116 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 13,965 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 13,965 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 13,840 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 13,777 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 16 Nov 2007 13,777 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 13,597 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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B198 LCH is a 1985 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 B198 LCH, 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 B198 LCH registered?

B198 LCH is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 8 July 1985.

Is B198 LCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B198 LCH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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