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C745 SRT

1985 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,919 mi
Last recorded18,919 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC745 SRT
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 18,919 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 18,385 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 14,593 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 1,720 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 3,926 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 2,020 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 9 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 10,150 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 9,666 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 9,301 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 9,100 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 8,888 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake efficiency low lock out achieved

Fail 18 May 2011 8,888 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake efficiency low lock out achieved

Pass 7 May 2010 7,711 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2009 7,042 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 6,469 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 5,800 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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C745 SRT is a 1985 BMW R80 in Orange with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C745 SRT, 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 C745 SRT registered?

C745 SRT is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is C745 SRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C745 SRT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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