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ECN 880W

1980 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,379 mi
Last recorded26,379 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECN 880W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 May 2014 26,379 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

head light kick up to off side covered up.

Pass 7 May 2014 26,379 miles

head light kick up to off side covered up.

Pass 10 May 2013 24,960 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 23,408 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 22,634 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2010 21,161 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,521 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 19,983 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,093 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 17,922 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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ECN 880W is a 1980 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 ECN 880W, 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 ECN 880W?

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What year was ECN 880W registered?

ECN 880W is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 15 August 1980.

Is ECN 880W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECN 880W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ECN 880W have outstanding finance?

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