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BJH 62T

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,232 mi
Last recorded83,232 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJH 62T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 83,232 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 82,719 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 82,659 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 82,659 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 82,285 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 82,285 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 31 Mar 2007 82,087 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 82,087 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 81,015 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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BJH 62T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 BJH 62T, 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 47 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BJH 62T?

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What year was BJH 62T registered?

BJH 62T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 31 July 1979.

Is BJH 62T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJH 62T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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