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B529 ORU

1984 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,364 mi
Last recorded68,364 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB529 ORU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 68,364 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 68,337 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 68,325 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 68,317 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 68,240 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 67,854 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 67,306 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 66,719 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 66,365 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,923 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 63,923 miles

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 60,668 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 60,258 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 59,172 miles

fairing screen restricting drivers view

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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B529 ORU is a 1984 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 B529 ORU, 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 B529 ORU?

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What year was B529 ORU registered?

B529 ORU is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 31 August 1984.

Is B529 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B529 ORU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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