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C239 HSJ

1986 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104 mi
Last recorded104 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC239 HSJ
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 104 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 99 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 36,927 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 36,937 miles

Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 36,937 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 36,937 miles

Centre Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Centre Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 36,937 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 36,937 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

service brake foot pedal has limited space around it.

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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C239 HSJ is a 1986 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 C239 HSJ, 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 C239 HSJ registered?

C239 HSJ is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 5 February 1986.

Is C239 HSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C239 HSJ shows 8 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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