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B784 MRK

1984 BMW R80

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

70,779 mi
Last recorded70,779 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB784 MRK
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 70,779 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 69,478 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 67,968 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 67,466 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements brake lever switch wire had pulled off stopping operation of rear brake light when lever was applied (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 66,406 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 65,685 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,539 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to min wear detectors (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2016 62,189 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 62,189 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. mono shock (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 59,856 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 59,219 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,219 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 57,698 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 56,864 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 56,864 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 54,020 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 54,020 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 49,724 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 49,724 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 45,151 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 41,133 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 36,144 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 36,144 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

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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B784 MRK is a 1984 BMW R80 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 B784 MRK, 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 B784 MRK registered?

B784 MRK is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 17 October 1984.

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