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B877 SWX

1984 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

41,597 mi
Last recorded41,597 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB877 SWX
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 41,597 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 40,413 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 39,495 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 38,859 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 38,189 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 37,574 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 37,351 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 36,956 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 36,204 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 36,204 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 33,547 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 33,547 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 28,160 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 26,226 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 23,355 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 25,355 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,800 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 23,971 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 23,706 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 23,706 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 23,435 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 23,041 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 22,915 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 22,655 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 22,573 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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B877 SWX is a 1984 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 B877 SWX, 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 B877 SWX registered?

B877 SWX is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 4 August 1984.

Is B877 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B877 SWX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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