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B506 SDB

1984 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,835 mi
Last recorded2,835 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB506 SDB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 2,835 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 2,810 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 2,717 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 2,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 980 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 27,530 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 27,525 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 27,420 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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B506 SDB is a 1984 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B506 SDB, 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

How do I check the history of B506 SDB?

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What year was B506 SDB registered?

B506 SDB is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 1 December 1984.

Is B506 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B506 SDB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B506 SDB have outstanding finance?

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