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B27 XWL

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,099 mi
Last recorded33,099 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB27 XWL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 33,099 miles

Rear tyre very slight cracking of side walls

Pass 31 May 2018 32,802 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 32,500 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 32,497 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Fuel system component leaking carburettor (7.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 31,841 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 30,768 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 29,537 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 28,181 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 26,868 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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B27 XWL is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B27 XWL, 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 B27 XWL registered?

B27 XWL is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 25 March 1985.

Is B27 XWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B27 XWL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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