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C81 PFS

1985 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

55,834 mi
Last recorded55,834 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC81 PFS
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 55,834 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 55,602 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 55,461 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 55,443 miles

Offside Fuel hose leaking fuel pipe insecure. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Fuel system component leaking fuel tap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding brake pedal seized (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested unable to reach rear brake pedal (1.2.1 (g))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2022 55,189 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 54,844 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 54,585 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 54,288 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 53,802 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 53,802 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 53,226 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 51,702 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 50,113 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 47,789 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 46,867 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 45,584 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 44,196 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 44,196 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 42,567 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 41,234 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 39,530 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 38,890 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
Full BMW R80 reliability report

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C81 PFS is a 1985 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 C81 PFS, 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 C81 PFS?

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What year was C81 PFS registered?

C81 PFS is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 5 November 1985.

Is C81 PFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C81 PFS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C81 PFS have outstanding finance?

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