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C311 WFS

1986 BMW R80

Green Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

675 mi
Last recorded675 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC311 WFS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 575 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 470 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 306 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 568 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 551 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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C311 WFS is a 1986 BMW R80 in Green with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 C311 WFS, 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 C311 WFS?

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What year was C311 WFS registered?

C311 WFS is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 1 July 1986.

Is C311 WFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C311 WFS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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