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BWD 44Y

1982 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,217 mi
Last recorded46,217 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWD 44Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 46,217 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 60 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 71,333 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 71,333 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 71,211 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 71,204 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 70,800 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 70,058 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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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BWD 44Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,848 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 BWD 44Y, 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 44 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 BWD 44Y registered?

BWD 44Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 19 November 1982.

Is BWD 44Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWD 44Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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