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B237 HVV

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,874 mi
Last recorded16,874 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB237 HVV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2019 16,874 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 15,231 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged union corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 12,065 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded front pipe (3.1.5)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm/underside of frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 8,686 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 4,907 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2014 98,478 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 90,465 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 87,018 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 82,994 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

wear damage to offside side wall

Pass 12 Aug 2010 78,185 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

damage to off side of rear tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2009 70,352 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 61,339 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 54,148 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 130,769 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 93,317 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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B237 HVV is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B237 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 B237 HVV registered?

B237 HVV is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 28 June 1985.

Is B237 HVV safe to buy?

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