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BFP 805Y

1983 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,464 mi
Last recorded24,464 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFP 805Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 24,464 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 24,452 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 24,443 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking Nearside carburettor leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Fuel system component leaking Offside carburettor leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 24,434 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 24,426 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 24,426 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 24,417 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 24,413 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Small hole near right side silencer, blowing but no excess noise (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Both frame down tubes rusty (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Jan 2017 24,413 miles

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Small hole near right side silencer, blowing but no excess noise (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Both frame down tubes rusty (6.1.1a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised Notch seemed to come and go, in different positions of the handlebars. (2.2.1b)

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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BFP 805Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 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 BFP 805Y, 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 43 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 BFP 805Y registered?

BFP 805Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is BFP 805Y safe to buy?

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