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C245 MCW

1986 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

50,613 mi
Last recorded50,613 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC245 MCW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 50,613 miles
Pass 27 May 2024 50,153 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 49,492 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 49,121 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 48,131 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 48,131 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,126 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 46,727 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 46,355 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 46,074 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,472 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 44,456 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 43,947 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 43,688 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 43,571 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 43,390 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 43,016 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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C245 MCW is a 1986 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C245 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C245 MCW registered?

C245 MCW is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 11 June 1986.

Is C245 MCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C245 MCW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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