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DLN 132Y

1983 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,731 mi
Last recorded22,731 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLN 132Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 22,731 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 21,503 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 21,397 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 19,854 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 19,854 miles

Front Stop lamp not working brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 19,369 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 15,480 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 14,258 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn disc displays slight fluctuation of effort on roller brake tester (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 12,770 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 12,770 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 11,600 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2013 10,595 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 10,595 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 9,632 miles

both tyre pressures were low13.5psi front 24.5 psi rear. both have been corrected

Pass 13 Aug 2011 8,454 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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DLN 132Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 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 DLN 132Y, 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 43 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 DLN 132Y registered?

DLN 132Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 3 May 1983.

Is DLN 132Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLN 132Y shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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