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B940 MLH

1984 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,256 mi
Last recorded42,256 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB940 MLH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 42,256 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 41,689 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 41,506 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 41,255 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 40,804 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 39,802 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 39,802 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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B940 MLH is a 1984 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B940 MLH, 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.

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What year was B940 MLH registered?

B940 MLH is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 14 August 1984.

Is B940 MLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B940 MLH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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