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BRB 345T

1979 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,965 mi
Last recorded47,965 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRB 345T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2020 47,965 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 46,789 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,789 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear number plate starting to deteriate

Pass 4 Mar 2016 45,546 miles

Advise slight front brake bind

Pass 9 Mar 2015 45,531 miles

Advise exaust has a slight blow.

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2014 43,483 miles

Advise carb intake rubbers starting to perish.

Advise slight play in head stock bearing.

Advise throttle return cable slow to return to idle.

Pass 5 Mar 2013 40,814 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 38,643 miles

Advise carb seals starting to perish.

Advise centre stand weak retaining spring.

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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BRB 345T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BRB 345T, 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 BRB 345T?

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What year was BRB 345T registered?

BRB 345T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is BRB 345T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRB 345T shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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