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C292 FHS

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,057 mi
Last recorded56,057 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC292 FHS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 56,057 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort more than slight but not at excessive level yet (1.2.1 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside fuel tank rusty on side

battery poor / weak - only just started bike

centre stand lazy - slow to return up

paint flaking inside fuel tank

Fail 15 Apr 2021 56,057 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticks on (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing chrome chipped in prescribed movement area - will have caused oil seal to fail (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing chrome worn on stantion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel hose slightly loose pipe on fuel tap not as tight as expected - may vibrate off (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in swingarm bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in top suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

bush in gear pedal excessively worn

centre stand sticks down

lots of flaking paint inside fuel tank - may stop engine running when driven - causing a danger to rider

oil leak from front engine cover

oil sump leaking oil

sump plug damaged - but secure

Offside fuel tank very rusty where panel sits against it - potential risk of fire

Rear oil leak from rear drive unit - leaking onto tyre and possibly brakes as inside cover

Rear tyre heavily coated in oil from rear drive unit

Pass 30 Mar 2021 56,057 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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C292 FHS is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C292 FHS, 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.

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What year was C292 FHS registered?

C292 FHS is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C292 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C292 FHS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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