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D557 TWA

1987 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 785cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,158 mi
Last recorded61,158 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2022
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD557 TWA
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine785cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2022 61,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 61,157 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 61,157 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 61,157 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 61,141 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 60,943 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 60,758 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 60,575 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 60,731 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 60,727 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 60,726 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 60,522 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 60,491 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 59,840 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 58,508 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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D557 TWA is a 1987 BMW R80 in Blue with a 785cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 D557 TWA, 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 D557 TWA registered?

D557 TWA is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 13 November 1987.

Is D557 TWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D557 TWA 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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