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C379 DYY

1986 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

83,405 mi
Last recorded83,405 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC379 DYY
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 83,405 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer bracket (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 83,285 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 83,028 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 82,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 82,377 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 82,090 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 81,705 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 80,738 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 79,973 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 78,932 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 78,238 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 77,462 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 76,279 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 75,664 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 75,362 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 74,662 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 74,662 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 74,321 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 73,914 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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C379 DYY is a 1986 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 C379 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 C379 DYY registered?

C379 DYY is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C379 DYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C379 DYY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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