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B746 LPB

1984 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,355 mi
Last recorded37,355 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB746 LPB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 37,355 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 37,315 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 36,912 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 36,499 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 36,210 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 35,509 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2019 35,497 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 34,948 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 28,836 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 18,780 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 14,217 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 4,161 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2013 4,161 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 72 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 64 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 52 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 42 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 31 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 2 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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B746 LPB is a 1984 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 B746 LPB, 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 B746 LPB registered?

B746 LPB is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 17 December 1984.

Is B746 LPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B746 LPB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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