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C384 LVW

1986 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,805 mi
Last recorded51,805 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC384 LVW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 51,805 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 49,373 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 48,606 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 47,517 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 47,111 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 46,450 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 46,450 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 45,988 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 43,213 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 40,458 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 34,639 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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C384 LVW is a 1986 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C384 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

How do I check the history of C384 LVW?

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What year was C384 LVW registered?

C384 LVW is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 30 June 1986.

Is C384 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C384 LVW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C384 LVW have outstanding finance?

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