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B229 XSU

1984 BMW R80

Gold Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,633 mi
Last recorded22,633 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB229 XSU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 May 2013 22,633 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 21,587 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 21,137 miles

Battery low !

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,092 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 19,482 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 18,760 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,745 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,674 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 XSU is a 1984 BMW R80 in Gold with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 38,602 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 XSU, 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 42 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 XSU registered?

B229 XSU is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B229 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B229 XSU shows 8 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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