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EFP 77T

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,946 mi
Last recorded13,946 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFP 77T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 13,946 miles

front tyre perishing

Pass 5 Aug 2016 13,011 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 13,011 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 11,446 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 11,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 11,017 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 9,325 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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EFP 77T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 EFP 77T, 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 47 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 EFP 77T?

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What year was EFP 77T registered?

EFP 77T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 28 June 1979.

Is EFP 77T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFP 77T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFP 77T have outstanding finance?

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