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DFP 956Y

1982 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,751 mi
Last recorded56,751 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFP 956Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 56,751 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 56,631 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 56,421 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 56,384 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 56,336 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 56,326 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 56,290 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 56,278 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 95,049 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 94,874 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 94,862 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2008 94,847 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

thrttle slightly sticky

Pass 3 May 2007 94,471 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 May 2006 94,046 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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DFP 956Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,848 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 DFP 956Y, 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 44 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 DFP 956Y?

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What year was DFP 956Y registered?

DFP 956Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 2 November 1982.

Is DFP 956Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFP 956Y shows 14 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.

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