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DEF 529T

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,585 mi
Last recorded45,585 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEF 529T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2014 45,585 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 45,251 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 44,865 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 44,077 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 44,077 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 43,529 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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DEF 529T is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 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 DEF 529T, 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 48 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 DEF 529T?

You can check the full history of DEF 529T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DEF 529T registered?

DEF 529T is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DEF 529T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEF 529T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DEF 529T have outstanding finance?

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