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BST 160B

1984 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,733 mi
Last recorded9,733 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBST 160B
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 9,733 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 9,609 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 8,978 miles

o/s tyre slightly off wheel rim

Pass 27 Jul 2022 8,949 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 7,967 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 7,272 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 5,335 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 3,224 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 1,855 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,239 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 7,178 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 7,173 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 7,173 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 5,163 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 5,118 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 5,118 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 4,671 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 4,619 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 3,919 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 3,067 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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BST 160B is a 1984 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BST 160B, 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

How do I check the history of BST 160B?

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What year was BST 160B registered?

BST 160B is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is BST 160B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BST 160B shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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