CarVerify

Free Car Check

B618 LJF

1984 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

66,889 mi
Last recorded66,889 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB618 LJF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 66,889 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 64,409 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 64,409 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 58,220 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 53,560 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 48,569 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 44,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 43,052 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 40,763 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 40,545 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 38,465 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 38,317 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 35,966 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
Full BMW R80 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B618 LJF is a 1984 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 B618 LJF, 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 B618 LJF?

You can check the full history of B618 LJF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B618 LJF registered?

B618 LJF is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 29 August 1984.

Is B618 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B618 LJF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B618 LJF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B618 LJF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.