MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,058 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R80?
Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.
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C242 MCW is a 1986 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 C242 MCW, 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.
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What year was C242 MCW registered?
C242 MCW is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 11 June 1986.
Is C242 MCW safe to buy?
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