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B35 VRN

1985 BMW R80

Bronze Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,979 mi
Last recorded4,979 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB35 VRN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 May 2024 4,979 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 4,803 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 4,281 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 4,187 miles

no indicators fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2017 3,401 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 1,728 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 40 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,615 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 19,983 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 17,450 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 13,071 miles

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

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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B35 VRN is a 1985 BMW R80 in Bronze with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 B35 VRN, 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 B35 VRN registered?

B35 VRN is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 28 March 1985.

Is B35 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B35 VRN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B35 VRN have outstanding finance?

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