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C42 TAV

1986 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,523 mi
Last recorded1,523 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC42 TAV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 1,523 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 1,221 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 427 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2020 427 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 99,184 miles

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

steering movement slightly notchy

Pass 4 Nov 2017 96,393 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 95,757 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 92,242 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 92,233 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 90,980 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Fail 7 May 2010 90,978 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 88,940 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 87,577 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 84,670 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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C42 TAV is a 1986 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 C42 TAV, 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 C42 TAV registered?

C42 TAV is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C42 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C42 TAV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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