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DPR 245Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,250 mi
Last recorded21,250 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPR 245Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 21,250 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 21,250 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired cracked (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 21,250 miles

All direction indicators not working not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired cracked (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 20,892 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 20,892 miles

All direction indicators not working not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 20,687 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 45,188 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 42,569 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 38,532 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 38,223 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 38,096 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 38,085 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 37,926 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 37,441 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 37,016 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 36,061 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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DPR 245Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DPR 245Y, 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 DPR 245Y registered?

DPR 245Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 26 May 1983.

Is DPR 245Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPR 245Y shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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