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C667 URW

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

123,097 mi
Last recorded123,097 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC667 URW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 123,097 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 122,689 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 122,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 122,686 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 121,593 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 120,119 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 118,337 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 115,880 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 114,180 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 110,925 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 8,557 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 106,983 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 104,855 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2012 99,303 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 96,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 96,530 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 91,090 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 85,455 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2008 79,065 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 72,813 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 66,870 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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C667 URW is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 C667 URW, 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 C667 URW registered?

C667 URW is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C667 URW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C667 URW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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