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B789 FAN

1984 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

93,067 mi
Last recorded93,067 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB789 FAN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 93,067 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 91,195 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 89,291 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 87,511 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 85,446 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 84,921 miles

Front suspension has reduced damping

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 82,536 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 82,536 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 79,669 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 77,561 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 75,325 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2015 73,215 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 70,033 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 67,232 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 64,434 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 61,347 miles

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Fail 21 May 2011 61,347 miles

ADVISE SERVICE TWISTGRIP

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2010 58,951 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 56,653 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 54,056 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 May 2008 54,056 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 51,471 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 50,292 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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B789 FAN is a 1984 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 B789 FAN, 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 B789 FAN registered?

B789 FAN is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 13 August 1984.

Is B789 FAN safe to buy?

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