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B466 DHE

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,823 mi
Last recorded40,823 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB466 DHE
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 40,823 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 40,824 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released from front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2021 40,822 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 40,324 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 40,227 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 39,812 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 39,519 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 39,104 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 38,517 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 38,265 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 37,924 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 31,478 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 36,568 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 36,568 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 35,878 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 35,218 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 34,298 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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B466 DHE is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 B466 DHE, 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 B466 DHE registered?

B466 DHE is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B466 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B466 DHE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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