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C559 VRU

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

64,830 mi
Last recorded64,830 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC559 VRU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 64,830 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 64,529 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 62,468 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 59,935 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 59,935 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 57,643 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 53,868 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 51,088 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 51,088 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 46,824 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 46,824 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 39,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 30,662 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 24,812 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 24,795 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,795 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,534 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 24,212 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 23,828 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 22,816 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 20,758 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 20,745 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 20,697 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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C559 VRU is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 C559 VRU, 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

How do I check the history of C559 VRU?

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What year was C559 VRU registered?

C559 VRU is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 3 August 1985.

Is C559 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C559 VRU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C559 VRU have outstanding finance?

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