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B327 PRT

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,576 mi
Last recorded30,576 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB327 PRT
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 30,576 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 30,551 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 30,393 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 30,204 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 29,936 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,348 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 28,190 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 27,982 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 27,633 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 27,281 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 27,249 miles

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 27,039 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 26,768 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 26,568 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 24,841 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 23,796 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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B327 PRT is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 B327 PRT, 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 B327 PRT registered?

B327 PRT is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 8 June 1985.

Is B327 PRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B327 PRT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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