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DYU 257V

1980 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,602 mi
Last recorded75,602 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2011
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYU 257V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2011 75,602 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 73,297 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 70,105 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 68,493 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2008 68,458 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

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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DYU 257V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 DYU 257V, 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 46 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 DYU 257V?

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What year was DYU 257V registered?

DYU 257V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 20 March 1980.

Is DYU 257V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYU 257V shows 5 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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