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E940 WDV

1987 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,947 mi
Last recorded57,947 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 1987 BMW R8043,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE940 WDV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 57,947 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 57,622 miles

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall has cracks showing, not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 19 Apr 2018 57,416 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 57,416 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 58,605 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 55,999 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 55,999 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 55,002 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 54,979 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 54,635 miles

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

both tyres are starting to crack on the sidewalls

Pass 19 Apr 2008 53,599 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 53,599 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 51,283 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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E940 WDV is a 1987 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 E940 WDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E940 WDV registered?

E940 WDV is a 1987 BMW R80, first registered on 10 August 1987.

Is E940 WDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E940 WDV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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