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BTY 734V

1980 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,590 mi
Last recorded4,590 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTY 734V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 4,590 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 4,168 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 4,168 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 3,120 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,280 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 2,280 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 2,035 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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BTY 734V is a 1980 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 BTY 734V, 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 46 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 BTY 734V registered?

BTY 734V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is BTY 734V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTY 734V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTY 734V have outstanding finance?

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