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B247 KJH

1985 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,743 mi
Last recorded15,743 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB247 KJH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2025 15,743 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 14,746 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 14,017 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 13,557 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 13,014 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 12,457 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 11,693 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre tread depth close to legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2016 10,713 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 9,991 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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B247 KJH is a 1985 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 B247 KJH, 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 B247 KJH registered?

B247 KJH is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B247 KJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B247 KJH shows 9 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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