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B352 JCN

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,435 mi
Last recorded70,435 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB352 JCN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 70,435 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 67,513 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 66,678 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 65,576 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 65,289 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 64,624 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 64,299 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 61,346 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 61,336 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2008 58,794 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 58,777 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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B352 JCN is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B352 JCN, 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

How do I check the history of B352 JCN?

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What year was B352 JCN registered?

B352 JCN is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 27 June 1985.

Is B352 JCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B352 JCN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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