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C390 AUB

1985 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,275 mi
Last recorded59,275 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC390 AUB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 59,275 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 59,259 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 58,585 miles

front and rear tyre perished

Pass 30 Aug 2022 58,552 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 57,579 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 57,573 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2020 57,413 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 57,319 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 56,833 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 56,250 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 53,229 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,075 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 53,072 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 52,735 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 52,728 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2012 52,263 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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C390 AUB is a 1985 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 40,822 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 C390 AUB, 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 41 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 C390 AUB?

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What year was C390 AUB registered?

C390 AUB is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C390 AUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C390 AUB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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