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B213 VAH

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,297 mi
Last recorded35,297 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB213 VAH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 35,297 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 33,698 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 32,510 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 30,996 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 30,996 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 29,668 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2012 29,668 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 26,150 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 23,236 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,556 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 17,736 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 45,852 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 41,895 miles

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

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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B213 VAH is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 B213 VAH, 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 B213 VAH registered?

B213 VAH is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 5 June 1985.

Is B213 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B213 VAH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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