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C598 EJO

1985 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,316 mi
Last recorded44,316 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC598 EJO
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine780cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 44,316 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 44,279 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 44,165 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 44,129 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 43,932 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 43,638 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 43,587 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 43,317 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 42,588 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 42,236 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 41,873 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 41,680 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 41,644 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 41,332 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 41,277 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 41,125 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 40,676 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 40,388 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 40,351 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 40,323 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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C598 EJO is a 1985 BMW R80 in Blue with a 780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C598 EJO, 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 C598 EJO registered?

C598 EJO is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 22 October 1985.

Is C598 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C598 EJO shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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