MOT Status
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69,054 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
surface corrosion to front discs
Nearside Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)
front and rear tyres on 2mm
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the BMW R80?
Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.
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E181 DFC is a 1988 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
Across all 1988 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 38,965 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 E181 DFC, 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 38 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E181 DFC registered?
E181 DFC is a 1988 BMW R80, first registered on 30 December 1988.
Is E181 DFC safe to buy?
The MOT history for E181 DFC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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