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DFY 942Y

1982 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,003 mi
Last recorded21,003 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFY 942Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2024 21,003 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 20,494 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 20,379 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2015 20,373 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 20,244 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 18,949 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 17,894 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 17,720 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 15,316 miles

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

rear brake arm pivot sluggish movement

steering damper fixings show wear

Pass 5 May 2007 13,498 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 13,474 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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DFY 942Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DFY 942Y, 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 DFY 942Y?

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What year was DFY 942Y registered?

DFY 942Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is DFY 942Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFY 942Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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