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C116 DYF

1986 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,626 mi
Last recorded11,626 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC116 DYF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 11,626 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 10,697 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 10,510 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 10,510 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 9,826 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 9,356 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 8,493 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 8,493 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 7,679 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 2,481 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 2,319 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 18,043 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 18,043 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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C116 DYF is a 1986 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1986 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 36,480 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 C116 DYF, 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 40 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 C116 DYF?

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What year was C116 DYF registered?

C116 DYF is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 2 June 1986.

Is C116 DYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C116 DYF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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