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DLF 971T

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,127 mi
Last recorded77,127 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLF 971T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 77,127 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 77,127 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2017 79,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside mirror missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 77,127 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 77,112 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 77,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

off side fork gaiter split

Pass 24 Aug 2012 76,127 miles

Clutch lever pivot worn.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake lever pivot worn.

Offside fork gaiter split.

Speedometer and rev counter face cracked.

Fail 22 Aug 2012 76,127 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Clutch lever pivot worn.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake lever pivot worn.

Offside fork gaiter split.

Speedometer and rev counter face cracked.

Pass 3 Jun 2011 73,311 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 72,045 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 67,236 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 57,053 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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DLF 971T is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DLF 971T, 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

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What year was DLF 971T registered?

DLF 971T is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 30 October 1978.

Is DLF 971T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLF 971T shows 12 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.

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