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D204 BLC

1987 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,046 mi
Last recorded88,046 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD204 BLC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 88,046 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 88,046 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 87,744 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 79,374 miles

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

slight play in side car suspension

Pass 11 May 2015 79,374 miles

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

sidecar unit has slight play on suspension bushes

Pass 9 May 2014 75,162 miles

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Fail 9 May 2014 75,162 miles

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

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 13 May 2013 71,085 miles

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 23 May 2012 68,111 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 65,166 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 61,166 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 61,166 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 55,442 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 55,442 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 86,768 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

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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D204 BLC is a 1987 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 43,870 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 D204 BLC, 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 39 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 D204 BLC registered?

D204 BLC is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 5 January 1987.

Is D204 BLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D204 BLC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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