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C646 UVN

1985 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,648 mi
Last recorded37,648 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC646 UVN
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 37,648 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 37,648 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,262 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 36,856 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 36,587 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 36,587 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 30,111 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 29,367 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 28,896 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 28,896 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 23,799 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 23,731 miles

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

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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C646 UVN is a 1985 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C646 UVN, 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 C646 UVN registered?

C646 UVN is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C646 UVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C646 UVN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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