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C271 BUV

1985 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,964 mi
Last recorded33,964 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC271 BUV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 33,964 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 32,188 miles

Rear has slight play in rear wheel

Pass 17 Aug 2023 29,928 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear slight play in rear wheel

Pass 8 Sep 2022 28,461 miles

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

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 26,442 miles

REAR WHEEL HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,773 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 25,288 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 24,956 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 24,223 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 24,215 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2014 23,568 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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C271 BUV is a 1985 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 40,822 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 C271 BUV, 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 41 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 C271 BUV registered?

C271 BUV is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 13 August 1985.

Is C271 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C271 BUV 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.

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