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C380 LVW

1986 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

539 mi
Last recorded539 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC380 LVW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 331 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 6 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 30,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 30,947 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Mount angle very steep (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2016 30,365 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn Both front (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 29,343 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 26,233 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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C380 LVW is a 1986 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C380 LVW, 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 C380 LVW registered?

C380 LVW is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 12 June 1986.

Is C380 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C380 LVW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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