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C418 UBJ

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,913 mi
Last recorded18,913 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC418 UBJ
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 18,913 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 18,152 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2023 18,152 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 17,495 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 17,253 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 16,613 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 16,586 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 16,506 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 16,230 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 15,936 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 15,580 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 15,352 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 14,762 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,762 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,650 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 13,650 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,643 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 13,632 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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C418 UBJ is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C418 UBJ, 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

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What year was C418 UBJ registered?

C418 UBJ is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 17 October 1985.

Is C418 UBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C418 UBJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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