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D21 FRE

1987 BMW R80

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,099 mi
Last recorded63,099 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2012
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 FRE
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2012 63,099 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 62,450 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 60,220 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 60,220 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 57,766 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 57,321 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 56,597 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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D21 FRE is a 1987 BMW R80 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D21 FRE, 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

How do I check the history of D21 FRE?

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What year was D21 FRE registered?

D21 FRE is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 9 June 1987.

Is D21 FRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 FRE 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.

Does D21 FRE have outstanding finance?

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