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C451 CES

1986 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R8036,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC451 CES
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 4 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 24,035 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 14,833 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 12,442 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 12,435 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Centre stand not returning to rest position

o/side rear indicator body loose

Pass 14 Oct 2014 6,003 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 1,345 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 1,332 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 91,828 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Sep 2012 91,828 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 8 Oct 2011 82,515 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 82,515 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 73,233 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 64,167 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 62,166 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 62,099 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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C451 CES is a 1986 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 C451 CES, 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 C451 CES?

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What year was C451 CES registered?

C451 CES is a 1986 BMW R80, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C451 CES safe to buy?

The MOT history for C451 CES shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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