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B493 VFC

1984 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,769 mi
Last recorded10,769 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB493 VFC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 10,769 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 10,641 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 10,357 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 10,251 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 10,088 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 9,901 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 9,500 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 9,402 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 9,402 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 9,268 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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B493 VFC is a 1984 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1984 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 38,602 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 B493 VFC, 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 42 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 B493 VFC registered?

B493 VFC is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 12 October 1984.

Is B493 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B493 VFC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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