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C212 SJC

1986 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,496 mi
Last recorded75,496 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC212 SJC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 75,496 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 75,324 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 75,029 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 74,280 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 67,652 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2009 67,636 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 61,823 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

fuel pipe at tap insecure

Fail 31 Jul 2008 61,817 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

fuel pipe at tap insecure

Pass 12 Jul 2007 55,066 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 48,979 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 48,976 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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 SJC is a 1986 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SJC, 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 SJC registered?

C212 SJC is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 22 April 1986.

Is C212 SJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C212 SJC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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