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C212 URP

1986 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,994 mi
Last recorded58,994 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC212 URP
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 58,994 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 58,819 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 58,657 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 58,200 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 57,857 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 57,857 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 57,427 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 57,024 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 55,083 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 URP is a 1986 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 C212 URP, 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 C212 URP?

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What year was C212 URP registered?

C212 URP is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 17 July 1986.

Is C212 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C212 URP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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