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DME 521V

1979 BMW R80

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,484 mi
Last recorded30,484 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDME 521V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 30,484 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 24,099 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 21,634 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 19,593 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 17,570 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 15,310 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 13,059 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 10,946 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 10,946 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 8,617 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 4,273 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 3,235 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 3,229 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 3,218 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 3,217 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2006 3,090 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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DME 521V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 DME 521V, 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 47 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 DME 521V registered?

DME 521V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 7 November 1979.

Is DME 521V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DME 521V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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