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B974 MLH

1984 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,454 mi
Last recorded86,454 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB974 MLH
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 86,454 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 86,213 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 85,882 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 82,239 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 81,216 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 80,898 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 80,435 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 79,895 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 78,789 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 77,996 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 77,996 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 74,722 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 71,736 miles

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

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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B974 MLH is a 1984 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B974 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B974 MLH registered?

B974 MLH is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 25 September 1984.

Is B974 MLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B974 MLH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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