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B473 OLU

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

47,223 mi
Last recorded47,223 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB473 OLU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 47,223 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 47,074 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 46,887 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 45,747 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 45,288 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 44,519 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

can not fully see front brake pads

Pass 17 Jul 2015 42,732 miles

can not see front brake pads

Pass 16 Jul 2013 42,685 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 42,627 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jul 2012 42,596 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 42,450 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 41,774 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 41,610 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 41,546 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 41,431 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 40,980 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 40,937 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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B473 OLU is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 B473 OLU, 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 B473 OLU registered?

B473 OLU is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 10 April 1985.

Is B473 OLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B473 OLU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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