MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,210 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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rear shock bushes worn
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front tyre has uneven wear and slight cracking
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front tyre has uneven wear and slight cracking
rear shock bushes worn
split in tread of rear tyre
Clutch Cable Fraying
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
N/S/R Footrest mounting bolt Loose
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R80?
Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.
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E418 SWY is a 1987 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1987 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 43,870 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 E418 SWY, 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 39 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was E418 SWY registered?
E418 SWY is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1987.
Is E418 SWY safe to buy?
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