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B21 WPW

1985 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

54,567 mi
Last recorded54,567 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 WPW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 54,567 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 54,567 miles

Central Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 54,334 miles

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 54,534 miles

Central Front Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 53,428 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 53,428 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 52,843 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 17 May 2018 52,843 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 52,762 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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B21 WPW is a 1985 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 B21 WPW, 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 B21 WPW registered?

B21 WPW is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 11 July 1985.

Is B21 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 WPW shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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