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C374 DYY

1986 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,347 mi
Last recorded94,347 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC374 DYY
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 94,347 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 94,336 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 94,333 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 94,329 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 94,324 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 94,316 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 94,312 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 94,307 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 94,304 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 94,304 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 94,300 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 94,298 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 94,298 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2009 94,288 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 94,271 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 94,215 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 94,213 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 94,199 miles

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

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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C374 DYY is a 1986 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C374 DYY, 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 C374 DYY registered?

C374 DYY is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C374 DYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C374 DYY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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