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C260 NTL

1986 BMW R80

Green Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,222 mi
Last recorded22,222 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC260 NTL
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 22,222 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 22,090 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 21,700 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 21,250 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 21,007 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 20,036 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 19,516 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 18,793 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 17,687 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 15,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2013 14,097 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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C260 NTL is a 1986 BMW R80 in Green with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 C260 NTL, 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 C260 NTL?

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What year was C260 NTL registered?

C260 NTL is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 2 June 1986.

Is C260 NTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C260 NTL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C260 NTL have outstanding finance?

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