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B551 TUA

1984 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,908 mi
Last recorded37,908 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB551 TUA
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 37,908 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 37,771 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 36,780 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 36,632 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 35,994 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 35,185 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

lights flicker at tickover due to low battery working correctly with bike bike running

Fail 15 Jul 2019 35,185 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

lights flicker at tickover due to low battery working correctly with bike bike running

Pass 20 Jul 2018 34,974 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 34,190 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 33,980 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 33,360 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 33,119 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 32,933 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 32,189 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 30,211 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 29,618 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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B551 TUA is a 1984 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 B551 TUA, 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 B551 TUA registered?

B551 TUA is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 24 August 1984.

Is B551 TUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B551 TUA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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