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C893 SPV

1985 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,296 mi
Last recorded49,296 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC893 SPV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 49,296 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 47,571 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 45,778 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 44,350 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 42,951 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,600 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 40,860 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 39,474 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,274 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 36,854 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 34,378 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 32,465 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 30,931 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 29,294 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 25,202 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 24,699 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 24,226 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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C893 SPV is a 1985 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 C893 SPV, 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 C893 SPV?

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What year was C893 SPV registered?

C893 SPV is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 12 August 1985.

Is C893 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C893 SPV shows 17 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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