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B355 JCN

1985 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,415 mi
Last recorded50,415 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB355 JCN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 50,415 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 33,814 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 50,191 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 50,157 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 49,188 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 48,991 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 48,927 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 48,779 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 48,222 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 47,954 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 47,920 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 47,269 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 47,269 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 46,710 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 46,529 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 46,407 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 46,407 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 46,272 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 45,972 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 45,632 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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B355 JCN is a 1985 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B355 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

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What year was B355 JCN registered?

B355 JCN is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 20 June 1985.

Is B355 JCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B355 JCN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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