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B487 MBC

1985 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,192 mi
Last recorded17,192 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB487 MBC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2014 17,192 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 17,187 miles

Front Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 14,790 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 12,357 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 11,194 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 11,173 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 10,319 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 10,319 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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B487 MBC is a 1985 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 B487 MBC, 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 B487 MBC registered?

B487 MBC is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 8 February 1985.

Is B487 MBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B487 MBC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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