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C966 FDW

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

13,487 mi
Last recorded13,487 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC966 FDW
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 13,487 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 13,348 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 13,333 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 13,046 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 13,002 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 12,010 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 12,526 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 11,306 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 6,574 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 102,736 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 4,153 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 4,153 miles

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 53,686 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 48,109 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 48,109 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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C966 FDW is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C966 FDW, 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 C966 FDW?

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What year was C966 FDW registered?

C966 FDW is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 1 December 1985.

Is C966 FDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C966 FDW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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