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C170 KRO

1986 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,586 mi
Last recorded42,586 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC170 KRO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 42,586 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 42,058 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in tread.

Pass 10 Jul 2014 42,038 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 41,966 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 41,966 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 41,813 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 41,813 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 41,684 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 40,152 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 40,007 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 39,924 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 39,924 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(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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C170 KRO is a 1986 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C170 KRO, 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

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What year was C170 KRO registered?

C170 KRO is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 17 July 1986.

Is C170 KRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C170 KRO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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