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B235 HVV

1985 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,985 mi
Last recorded71,985 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB235 HVV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 71,985 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 71,266 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 71,184 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 70,961 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 70,961 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 70,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 70,510 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 70,084 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 69,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 69,412 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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B235 HVV is a 1985 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B235 HVV, 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 B235 HVV registered?

B235 HVV is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 25 June 1985.

Is B235 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B235 HVV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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