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D40 FYV

1987 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

35,823 mi
Last recorded35,823 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD40 FYV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 35,823 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 35,823 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 35,402 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 34,660 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 34,660 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 33,674 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Nov 2013 32,600 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 31,886 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 31,886 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 30,912 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 29,746 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 28,579 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 28,579 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 7 Oct 2009 28,531 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,910 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 25,125 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 23,533 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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D40 FYV is a 1987 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 D40 FYV, 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 D40 FYV registered?

D40 FYV is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 2 March 1987.

Is D40 FYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D40 FYV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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