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C482 HWB

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC482 HWB
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 6 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

New speedo fitted since last test.

Pass 14 May 2018 30 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 34,839 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 34,839 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 May 2013 34,216 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 709 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 98 miles

left hand teltail not working but indicator visible

Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,161 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 31,902 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 30,588 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 May 2008 30,428 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 30,381 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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C482 HWB is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C482 HWB, 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 C482 HWB registered?

C482 HWB is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 18 October 1985.

Is C482 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C482 HWB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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