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B581 YHS

1984 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,743 mi
Last recorded59,743 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB581 YHS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 59,743 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 57,493 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2016 57,493 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 54,523 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2014 5,400 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 5,400 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 59,180 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 57,074 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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B581 YHS is a 1984 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B581 YHS, 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 B581 YHS registered?

B581 YHS is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 8 August 1984.

Is B581 YHS safe to buy?

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