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BBJ 664S

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,666 mi
Last recorded16,666 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBJ 664S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 16,666 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 13,003 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 9,571 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 9,571 miles

Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 5,478 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 5,389 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 4,286 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 4,286 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,032 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 2,526 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 1,931 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 58,038 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 58,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2008 57,574 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 57,433 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 57,244 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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BBJ 664S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 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 BBJ 664S, 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 48 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 BBJ 664S registered?

BBJ 664S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BBJ 664S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBJ 664S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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