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B448 DVL

1985 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

16,655 mi
Last recorded16,655 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB448 DVL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 16,655 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 16,367 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 16,367 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 15,759 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear 400-18 Conti K112 worn down to 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 15,203 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 15,203 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 14,137 miles

Slight oil leak.

Pass 12 Aug 2016 13,584 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 13,471 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2015 13,463 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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

o/s fuel pipe cracked and perished

Pass 7 Jul 2014 12,952 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 12,930 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 12,799 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 12,179 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 10,334 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 10,069 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,842 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 9,823 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 9,344 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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B448 DVL is a 1985 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 B448 DVL, 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 B448 DVL registered?

B448 DVL is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 2 May 1985.

Is B448 DVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B448 DVL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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