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C212 RFL

1986 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

894 mi
Last recorded894 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC212 RFL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 894 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 863 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 689 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 622 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 542 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016
Pass 24 May 2013 48,331 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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C212 RFL is a 1986 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C212 RFL, 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 C212 RFL registered?

C212 RFL is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 24 April 1986.

Is C212 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C212 RFL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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