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B433 YJO

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,214 mi
Last recorded54,214 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB433 YJO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine789cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 54,214 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 54,201 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 54,172 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 54,157 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 54,144 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 54,103 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 54,064 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 53,997 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 53,997 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 53,943 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 53,819 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 53,692 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 53,502 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 53,099 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 52,855 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 652,674 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 52,441 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 52,365 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 52,354 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 18 Aug 2007 52,158 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 51,565 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 51,315 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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B433 YJO is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 B433 YJO, 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 B433 YJO registered?

B433 YJO is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 3 May 1985.

Is B433 YJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B433 YJO shows 22 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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