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B955 WTW

1984 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,385 mi
Last recorded73,385 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB955 WTW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 73,385 miles

EXH BLOW

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned REAR WHEEL THRUST TO RIGHT (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 68,566 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned thrusting to right (2.4 (a))

engine speed slightly incresases when turning right

Pass 5 Jul 2019 65,100 miles

exhaust blow fromns

slight snatch from front brake

smell of battery acid

Pass 11 Jul 2018 60,132 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned slightly thrusting to right (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 56,348 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. thrusting to right (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 56,316 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. thrusting to right (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 53,971 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

nsf crash bar loose

Pass 30 May 2014 52,611 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

centre stand unstable

front mudguard close to tyre on os

no indicators fitted

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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B955 WTW is a 1984 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc 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 B955 WTW, 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 B955 WTW registered?

B955 WTW is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1984.

Is B955 WTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B955 WTW 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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