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DDK 27W

1980 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,406 mi
Last recorded21,406 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDK 27W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 21,406 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,388 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 21,305 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 21,305 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 403 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 76,416 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 26,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 1,179 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 32,816 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,958 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 31,781 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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DDK 27W is a 1980 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DDK 27W, 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

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What year was DDK 27W registered?

DDK 27W is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 14 August 1980.

Is DDK 27W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDK 27W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DDK 27W have outstanding finance?

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