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C381 DYY

1986 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,210 mi
Last recorded83,210 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC381 DYY
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 83,210 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 80,643 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 78,474 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 78,455 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 28,114 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 76,242 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 73,536 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 71,986 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 68,743 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 67,713 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 65,709 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 64,178 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 63,398 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 62,056 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 61,110 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 58,075 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 53,930 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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C381 DYY is a 1986 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C381 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 C381 DYY registered?

C381 DYY is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 14 July 1986.

Is C381 DYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C381 DYY shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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