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B199 LCH

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,073 mi
Last recorded48,073 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2007
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB199 LCH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2007 48,073 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2006 45,768 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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B199 LCH is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 B199 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B199 LCH?

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What year was B199 LCH registered?

B199 LCH is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 5 July 1985.

Is B199 LCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B199 LCH shows 2 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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