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B229 RFX

1985 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

66,342 mi
Last recorded66,342 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB229 RFX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 66,342 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 65,109 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 64,040 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 62,528 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 60,452 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 58,037 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 55,212 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 53,633 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 52,092 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 50,634 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 49,501 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 47,923 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 47,923 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 46,786 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 45,423 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 42,783 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 40,995 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 39,029 miles
Pass 14 May 2005 37,805 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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B229 RFX is a 1985 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 B229 RFX, 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 B229 RFX registered?

B229 RFX is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B229 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B229 RFX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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