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B390 YUV

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,536 mi
Last recorded40,536 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB390 YUV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 40,536 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 40,536 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 39,564 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 37,438 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 33,331 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 30,175 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 24,963 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 23,817 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 23,360 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 22,669 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 21,177 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 21,110 miles

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

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

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

front tyre has slight crazing in the tread blocks

Pass 1 May 2007 21,000 miles

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Fail 1 May 2007 21,000 miles

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 20,972 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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B390 YUV is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 B390 YUV, 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.

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What year was B390 YUV registered?

B390 YUV is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 13 June 1985.

Is B390 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B390 YUV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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