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C434 MTU

1986 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

45,643 mi
Last recorded45,643 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC434 MTU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 45,643 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 45,406 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 45,140 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 45,140 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 44,723 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 44,153 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 43,751 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 43,751 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 42,939 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 41,846 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 41,093 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 40,557 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 40,557 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 39,783 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 39,783 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,514 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,695 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 37,102 miles

Neutral and indicator dash lights not working.

Fail 25 Jun 2009 37,102 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Neutral and indicator dash lights not working.

Pass 26 Jun 2008 36,397 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 36,397 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 35,062 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 35,058 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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C434 MTU is a 1986 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 C434 MTU, 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 C434 MTU registered?

C434 MTU is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 3 July 1986.

Is C434 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C434 MTU shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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