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CAA 328V

1980 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,007 mi
Last recorded35,007 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAA 328V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 35,007 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 34,817 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2011 34,817 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2010 34,535 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 34,487 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 34,055 miles

Exhaust putty applied around nearside exhaust balance pipe joint.

Ign.switch barrel missing

Seat slightly loose

Pass 13 Jul 2006 33,830 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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CAA 328V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 CAA 328V, 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 46 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 CAA 328V?

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What year was CAA 328V registered?

CAA 328V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 10 June 1980.

Is CAA 328V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAA 328V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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