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B78 FDP

1984 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,308 mi
Last recorded61,308 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB78 FDP
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 61,308 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 61,211 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 60,840 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 60,139 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 60,000 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 58,911 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 57,945 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2017 57,945 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

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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B78 FDP is a 1984 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 B78 FDP, 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 B78 FDP registered?

B78 FDP is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 23 August 1984.

Is B78 FDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B78 FDP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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